Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ectopia
Noun
/ɪkˈtoʊ.pi.ə/
Definition
Ectopia refers to the abnormal positioning or displacement of an organ or tissue in the body.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with ectopia cordis, a rare condition in which the heart is located partly outside of the chest cavity.
- Studies have shown that ectopia can result from genetic factors and environmental influences.
- Ectopia can occur in various forms, affecting different organs such as the eyes or kidneys.
Meaning
The term is often used in medical contexts to describe situations where a part of the body is located outside its normal anatomical position.
Synonyms
- Displacement
- Malposition
- Anomaly
