Lateroflexion of the uterus is a condition in which the uterus deviates to the side relative to the midline of the body. Typically, this anomaly occurs due to genetic factors or after difficult childbirth or injury. However, even if you are unaware of your uterine lateroflexion, it can affect your health and well-being. In this article, we will look at the causes, symptoms, treatment, prognosis, and possible risks associated with uterine lateroflexion.
Causes There are several causes of uterine lateroflexion. Some of them include: - Genetic factors. Sometimes lateroflexion is associated with the development of the vertebral arches in the fetus during pregnancy. This is not a constant occurrence and may be associated with other developmental disorders. - Birth injuries. Lateroflexion can occur due to strong contractions during labor or due to poor maternal turning during labor. This can lead to injury to the uterus and lateroflexion. - Injuries resulting from operations. Lateroflectation can occur as a result of rupture of the uterus or urinary tract during urinary tract surgery, cesarean section, or other pelvic surgery. Symptoms Typically, lateroflexion does not cause obvious symptoms until a miscarriage occurs. Symptoms may include: - Pain in the lower abdomen or lower back. The pain is usually strong and acute, but may be intermittent. - Discharge of blood or blood clots from the vagina. This discharge may be heavier and last longer than usual. - Reduced activity of the baby or other complications of pregnancy: nausea, weight loss, fatigue, poor health. Treatment If you have lateroflexion, your doctors will monitor you throughout your pregnancy and labor to avoid complications. This usually includes: - Additional ultrasounds and general tests that allow doctors to understand the cause of lateroflexion. - Developed childbirth and interventions aimed at preventing complications. For example, doctors may order surgery to correct a lateroflexed uterus if it interferes too much with the fetus's hormone production and circulation or becomes a risk factor for preterm birth. Prognosis In some cases, lateroflexion is a temporary phenomenon that may resolve on its own. However, to improve the prognosis and prevent complications, the doctor may prescribe additional examinations and specific recommendations during pregnancy and childbirth. Forecast
Lateroflexion of the uterus
Lateroflexion of the uterus is the angle formed between the uterus and its cervix. Lateral - from the Latin "lateris", which means lateral. Therefore, “lateroflexion” is a lateral, lateral flexion of the uterus.
Normally, the uterus is located behind the body and tilted to the left. - If the uterus is located on the left behind the pubic symphysis, the angle formed by it and the cervix is called the posterolateral angle. - If the uterus is located on the opposite side, then an angle is formed between the left appendage and the upper third of the bladder.