symphysis
pronunciation
How to pronounce symphysis in British English:
UK ['sɪmfəsɪs]
How to pronounce symphysis in American English:
US ['sɪmfəsɪs]
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- Noun:
- an abnormal adhesion of two or more structures
- a growing together of parts or structures
Word Origin
- symphysis (n.)
- union of bones, 1570s, medical Latin, from Greek symphysis "a growing together, union," from assimilated form of assimilated form of syn "together" (see syn-) + physis "growth" (see physics). Related: Symphytic.
Example
- 1. Comparison of the biomechanical stability of cannulated screw and reconstruction plate for the fixation of symphysis pubis diastasis .
- 2. Their average symphysis time is 10 weeks .
- 3. Percutaneous compression screws in treatment of floating pubic symphysis .
- 4. The sacrotuberous and sacrospinous ligaments provide additional support posteriorly . Conversely , the pubic symphysis anteriorly is weaker and more easily ruptured .
- 5. This is a well recognised complication particularly where there is separation of the pubic symphysis or a fractured pubic ramus .