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Enteroptosis

Description:

Enteroptosis is a medical term that refers to the downward displacement or sagging of the intestines, typically caused by weak abdominal muscles. This condition is also known as intestinal ptosis or visceral ptosis.

Sample Sentences:

As a Noun:

1. The patient's chronic coughing could be attributed to the enteroptosis affecting their respiratory function.

2. Enteroptosis may lead to symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain, and digestive problems.

As a Verb (rare):

1. The surgeon attempted to enteroptose the intestines to relieve the pressure on other organs.

2. Rarely, doctors may consider surgically enteroptosing the lower intestine to improve the patient's condition.

As an Adjective (rare):

1. The enteroptosis repair surgery successfully corrected the patient's abdominal sagging.

2. The enteroptotic condition was causing significant discomfort for the patient.

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