Retroverted uterus
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| Retroverted uterus | |
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| Synonyms | Tilted uterus, tipped uterus |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Often asymptomatic, but may include pelvic pain, dyspareunia, and urinary incontinence |
| Complications | Infertility, endometriosis |
| Onset | Congenital or acquired |
| Duration | Can be lifelong |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Congenital, pelvic surgery, pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis |
| Risks | Endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory disease |
| Diagnosis | Pelvic examination, ultrasound |
| Differential diagnosis | Uterine fibroids, pelvic inflammatory disease |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Usually not required, pessary, surgery |
| Medication | Pain management if symptomatic |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common, occurring in approximately 20-30% of women |
| Deaths | N/A |
A Retroverted uterus is a term used to describe a uterus that is tilted backwards instead of forwards. This condition is also known as a tilted uterus or tipped uterus. It is a normal variation of female pelvic anatomy with incidence rates of 20-30% in the general population.
Causes[edit | edit source]
The exact cause of a retroverted uterus is unknown, but it is believed to be genetic. Some women are born with a retroverted uterus, while others develop the condition as they age. Other potential causes include:
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
Most women with a retroverted uterus do not experience any symptoms. However, some may experience:
Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
A retroverted uterus can be diagnosed during a routine pelvic examination. Additional tests may include:
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment is not usually necessary for a retroverted uterus unless it is causing symptoms. In such cases, treatment options may include:
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