Ectopias

/ɛkˈtoʊpiəz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of ectopia; multiple cases of organs or tissues being in abnormal positions.

Etymology

From 'ectopia' + '-s' (English plural). The plural form used in medical literature when describing multiple instances of congenital displacement.

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Doctors can now detect multiple ectopias with ultrasound, which is amazing because it lets them plan surgery before a baby is even born!

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