GASTROHYSTEROPEXY Meaning and
Definition
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Gastrohysteropexy is a medical term that refers to a surgical procedure used to correct the displacement or prolapse of the uterus. It involves the fixation or suspension of the uterus to the abdominal wall, specifically to the stomach or another adjacent structure within the abdominal cavity.
The term is derived from Greek roots, with "gastro" meaning stomach, "hystero" referring to the uterus, and "pexy" meaning to fix or secure. Therefore, gastrohysteropexy describes the process of securing the uterus to the stomach or abdominal wall. This procedure is typically performed to treat conditions such as uterine prolapse, where the uterus descends or protrudes into the vaginal canal due to weakened or damaged ligaments.
During the surgery, the uterus is repositioned and secured to the desired structure using sutures, mesh, or other materials. This helps to restore the normal position and support of the uterus, preventing future prolapse or descent. Gastrohysteropexy is generally considered a more invasive and complex procedure than other methods of uterine prolapse repair, such as hysterectomy or uterine suspension.
While the term specifically refers to the fixation of the uterus to the stomach, in some cases, the procedure may involve fixation to other structures within the abdominal cavity, such as the fallopian tubes, bladder, or pelvic ligaments. The specific method used can vary depending on the patient's condition and the surgeon's preference.
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Ventrofixation of the uterus, laparohysteropexy.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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Etymology of GASTROHYSTEROPEXY
The word "gastrohysteropexy" is derived from three Greek roots: "gastro", "hystero", and "pexy".
1. "Gastro" (γαστήρ) means "stomach" in Greek.
2. "Hystero" (ὑστέρα) refers to the "uterus" in Greek.
3. "Pexy" (πήξις) is a combining form derived from the Greek word "pekho" (πήσσω), which means "to fix" or "to fasten".
