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anteflexion

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anteflexion /an·te·flex·ion/ (an″te-flek´shun)
1. abnormal forward bending of an organ or part.
2. the normal forward curvature of the uterus.
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Anteflexion of uterus.

an·te·flex·ion (nt-flkshn)
n.
A sharp forward curve or angulation, especially a forward bend in the uterus at the junction of the corpus and cervix.

anteflexion
[-flek′shən]
Etymology: L, ante + flectare, bend
an abnormal position in which an organ is tilted acutely forward, folded over on itself.

anteflexion [an″te-flek´shun]
1. the bending of an organ so that its top is thrust forward.
2. anterior displacement of a tooth or teeth or of the mandible.

anteflexion
the bending of an organ so that its top is thrust forward.


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Neurologic reinvestigation (day 34) revealed bilateral ptosis, weak bulbar elevation and abduction to the left, weak head anteflexion, diffuse tetraparesis with proximal predominance, diffuse wasting with distal accentuation, and generally reduced deep tendon reflexes.
 
 
 
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