Prolapse: meaning, definitions and examples

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prolapse

 

[ หˆprษ™สŠ.lรฆps ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical condition

Prolapse refers to the condition in which an organ falls down or slips out of its normal position. This condition most commonly affects the pelvic organs, such as the uterus, bladder, or rectum. Prolapse can occur due to a variety of factors, including pregnancy, childbirth, and weakened pelvic muscles.

Synonyms

falling, sagging, slipping

Examples of usage

  • The patient was diagnosed with a uterine prolapse.
  • She underwent surgery to repair a bladder prolapse.
  • Symptoms of rectal prolapse may include discomfort and bleeding.

Translations

Translations of the word "prolapse" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น prolapso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเฅ‹เคฒเฅˆเคชเฅเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Prolaps

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ prolaps

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะพะปะฐะฟั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ prolaps

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่„ฑๅ‡บ็—‡

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท prolapsus

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ prolapso

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท prolaps

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํƒˆ์ถœ์ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‡ุจูˆุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ prolaps

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ prolaps

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่„ฑๅž‚

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prolaps

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fall

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟั€ะพะปะฐะฟั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ แƒแƒšแƒแƒคแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ prolaps

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ prolapso

Etymology

The term 'prolapse' originates from the Latin word 'prolapsus,' which means 'to fall out or forward.' This Latin word is derived from the prefix 'pro-' meaning 'forward' and 'lapsus,' the past participle of 'labi,' meaning 'to slip or fall.' The usage of the term in English can be traced back to the early 19th century, primarily in medical contexts, as physicians began to provide more detailed descriptions of anatomical issues and conditions. As medical understanding has advanced, the concept of prolapse has been more widely recognized, leading to increased awareness and better treatment options for those affected by this condition.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,643, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.