Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anteversion
Noun
/ˌæntəˈvɜrʒən/
Definition
The condition where a body part, such as an organ, is tilted forward or rotated anteriorly.
Examples
- The doctor explained that in some women, the uterus can be in a state of anteversion, which is completely normal.
- During the examination, the physician noted the anteversion of the patient’s pelvic organs.
- Anteversion can affect how certain medical procedures are performed.
Meaning
Anteversion typically refers to the forward tilting of the uterus, but can also describe other structures in the body that are angled forward.
Synonyms
- Tipping forward
- Anterior tilt
- Forward inclination