nephroptosis
/ˌnɛfrɒpˈtoʊsɪs/
noun
- A medical condition in which a kidney drops down into the pelvis when a person stands up, also called a floating kidney.
- Nephroptosis is more common in thin women than in men.
- Surgery is rarely needed for nephroptosis unless symptoms are severe.
- The doctor diagnosed her with nephroptosis after she complained of pain when standing.