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Fig., ( 53 ) Anteverted anteflexed position of the uterus

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Cause of uterine prolapse:

I) Primary Causes:

a) Weakness of the cervical ligaments.

1) Congenital weakness

2) Obstetric trauma. it is the commonest cause of prolapse.

3) Postmenopausal atrophy

4) Injury of the pelvic floor

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