In relation to vagina when there forward bending of uterus it is called as ?

In relation to vagina when there forward bending of uterus it is called as ? Correct Answer <span style="">Anteflexion</span>

Concept:

  • The long axis of the body of the uterus is tilted forward over the long axis of the cervix, which is called anteflexion of the uterus.
  • A backward tilt at this level is called retroflection.
  • Anteflexion: forward bending of uterus.
  • The uterus assumes an anteverted position in 50% of women, a retroverted position in 25% of women, and a mid posed position in the remaining 25% of women.

Key Points

  • Plantar flexion : backward bending of uterus in relation to vagina
  • Anteversion: it is also called as hip antiversion in which we can observe the forward bending of hip
  • Dorsiflexion: it is corresponding to the movement of hands and feet, backward bending of foot or hand
  • Hyperanteflexion – tipped too forward; most commonly congenital, but may be caused by tumors
  • anteposition, retroposition, lateroposition – the whole uterus is moved; caused by parametritis or tumors
  • elevation, descensus, prolapse
  • Rotation (the whole uterus rotates around its longitudinal axis), torsion (only the body of the uterus rotates around)

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