Korean J Obstet Gynecol.  2007 Apr;50(4):580-586.

Emergency cerclage in cervical incompetence

Affiliations
  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, College of Medicine, Hallym University, Seoul, Korea. mfmlee@hallym.or.kr

Abstract

Emergency cerclage is the only way to prolong pregnancy for women with advanced cervical dilatation with or without prolapsed membrane. Without cerclage, miscarriage is almost always inevitable. Emergency cerclage should be performed after considering indications, contraindications, benefits and risks. Further researches on advanced operative skill, prognostic factors and postoperative medical treatment will improve the outcome of emergency cerclage.

Keyword

Cervix incompetence; Cervical dilatation; Prolapsed membrane; Emergency cerclage

MeSH Terms

Abortion, Spontaneous
Emergencies*
Female
Humans
Labor Stage, First
Membranes
Pregnancy
Risk Assessment
Uterine Cervical Incompetence
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