contracted pelvis

contracted pelvis
contracted pelvis n a pelvis that is abnormally small in one or more principal diameters and that consequently interferes with normal parturition

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a pelvis in which there is a diminution of 1.5 to 2 cm in any important diameter; when all dimensions are proportionately diminished it is a generally contracted pelvis (p. justo minor).

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