Obstetrical conjugate

Conjugata vera obstetrica

  • Synonym: True conjugate
  • Related terms: True conjugate

Definition

The true conjugate (anatomical onjugate, anteroposterior diameter) extends from the sacrovertebral angle (promontorium) to the pubic symphysis;

Average measurement in female: about 110 mm.

References

Text by Antoine Micheau, MD - Copyright IMAIOS

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