Definition of Pelvimetry

1. Noun. Measurement of the dimensions of the bony birth canal (to determine whether vaginal birth is possible).


Definition of Pelvimetry

1. n. The measurement of the pelvis.

Medical Definition of Pelvimetry

1. Measurement of the dimensions and capacity of the pelvis. It includes cephalopelvimetry (measurement of foetal head size in relation to maternal pelvic capacity), a prognostic guide to the management of labour associated with disproportion. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Pelvimetry

pelvic plane of inlet
pelvic plane of least dimensions
pelvic plane of outlet
pelvic plexus
pelvic presentation
pelvic promontory
pelvic splanchnic nerves
pelvic surface of sacrum
pelvic version
pelvifixation
pelvigraph
pelvilithotomy
pelvimeter
pelvimeter
pelvimetry (current term)
pelvimetry (current term)
pelvio-
pelviolithotomy
pelvioperitonitis
pelvioplasty
pelvioscopy
pelviotomy
pelviperitonitis
pelvirectal sphincter
pelvis
pelvis
pelvisacral
pelviscope
pelvises
pelvis justo major

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