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visceral inversion |
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inversion /in·ver·sion/ (in-ver´zhun) 1. a turning inward, inside out, or other reversal of the normal relation of a part. 2. a term used by Freud for homosexuality. 3. a chromosomal aberration due to the inverted reunion of the middle segment after breakage of a chromosome at two points, resulting in a change in sequence of genes or nucleotides. inversion of uterus a turning of the uterus whereby the fundus is forced through the cervix, protruding into or completely outside of the vagina. visceral inversion the more or less complete right and left transposition of the viscera.
visceral inversion, the transposition of the abdominal and thoracic organs to opposite sides of the body. Also called situs inversus viscerum. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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