Definitions for lithotomy position
litho·to·my po·si·tion

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1. lithotomy positionnoun

   a position lying on your back with knees bent and thighs apart; assumed for vaginal or rectal examination

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1. Lithotomy position

   The lithotomy position is a common position for surgical procedures and medical examinations involving the pelvis and lower abdomen, as well as a common position for childbirth in Western nations. The lithotomy position involves the positioning of an individual's feet above or at the same level as the hips (often in stirrups), with the perineum positioned at the edge of an examination table. References to the position have been found in some of the oldest known medical documents including versions of the Hippocratic oath (see lithotomy); the position is named after the ancient surgical procedure for removing kidney stones and bladder stones via the perineum. The position is perhaps most recognizable as the 'often used' position for childbirth: the patient is laid on the back with knees bent, positioned above the hips, and spread apart through the use of stirrups. The position is frequently used and has many obvious benefits from the doctor's perspective. Most notably the position provides good visual and physical access to the perineal region. The position is used for procedures ranging from simple pelvic exams to surgeries and procedures including those involving reproductive organs, urology, and gastrointestinal systems. New observations and scientific findings, combined with a greater sensitivity to patient needs have raised awareness of the physical and psychological risks the position may pose for prolonged surgical procedures, pelvic examinations, and, most notably, childbirth.

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1. lithotomy position

   The lithotomy position is a common posture for surgical procedures and medical examinations involving the pelvis and lower abdomen. In this position, the patient lies on their back with their hips and knees flexed and their thighs apart. The feet are often supported by stirrups. This position provides optimal access to the pelvic organs and is commonly used during childbirth, gynecological procedures and surgeries, and certain diagnostic procedures.

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1. Lithotomy position

   The lithotomy position is a medical term referring to a common position for surgical procedures and medical examinations involving the pelvis and lower abdomen, as well as a common position for childbirth in Western nations. The lithotomy position involves the positioning of an individual's feet above or at the same level as the hips, with the perineum positioned at the edge of an examination table. References to the position have been found in some of the oldest known medical documents including versions of the Hippocratic oath; the position is named after the ancient surgical procedure for removing kidney stones, gall stones and bladder stones via the perineum. The position is perhaps most recognizable as the 'often used' position for childbirth: the patient is laid on the back with knees bent, positioned above the hips, and spread apart through the use of stirrups. The position is frequently used and has many obvious benefits from the doctor's perspective. Most notably the position provides good visual and physical access to the perineal region. The position is used for procedures ranging from simple pelvic exams to surgeries and procedures involving, but not limited to reproductive organs, urology, and gastrointestinal systems. New observations and scientific findings, combined with a greater sensitivity to patient needs have raised awareness of the physical and psychological risks the position may pose for prolonged surgical procedures, pelvic examinations, and, most notably, childbirth.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of lithotomy position in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of lithotomy position in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lithotomy_Position
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