Definitions

1. adjective

Producing or related to a condition in which a fetus produces its own thyroid hormones, resulting in a decrease or absence of maternal thyroid hormones.

“The doctor explained that the baby was endotropic and didn’t need thyroid hormone supplements.”

2. noun

A fetus that is endotropic.

“The obstetrician monitored the endotropic fetus closely for any signs of distress.”