adjectice Physical exam Referring to an intraabdominal mass which is palpable and which can be “bounced” back and forth.

What is Ballotable in pregnancy?

If the head can be pushed back, the baby is still floating (ballotable). If the head cannot be pushed back and is low in the pelvis, the head is engaged.

Why is Ballottement done in pregnancy?

A palpatory technique for detecting or examining a floating object in the body, as: a. The use of a finger to push sharply against the uterus and detect the presence or position of a fetus by its return impact.