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Types

Classification based on position of the uterine fundus.

First degree (Incomplete uterine inversion)

It is a type of uterine inversion in which fundus is located inside the endometrial cavity.

Second degree (Complete inversion)

It is a type of uterine inversion in which the uterine fundus protrudes through the cervical os .

Third degree Inversion (uterine prolapse)

 It is a type of uterine inversion in which the uterine fundus projects to or beyond the vaginal introitus.

Fourth degree (Total uterine and vaginal inversion)

 It is a type of uterine inversion which involves of prolapse of both uterus and vagina.

Classification based on onset of presentations.

Acute uterine inversion: It occurs within first 24 hours after delivery.

Subacute uterine inversion: It occurs after first 24 hours post delivery but in less than 1 month postpartum.

Chronic uterine inversion: It occurs longer than 1 month postpartum.

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