Nephroptosis (Noun)
Meaning
Prolapse of the kidney.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with nephroptosis, a condition where the kidney drops down into the pelvic cavity.
- Nephroptosis can cause severe abdominal pain and discomfort, especially when the kidney is displaced.
- The doctor explained that nephroptosis was a common condition affecting more women than men, especially during pregnancy.
- To treat the nephroptosis, the surgeon performed a nephropexy to suspend the kidney in its normal position.
- In some cases, nephroptosis can be asymptomatic, but if symptoms persist, surgical intervention may be necessary.