women s health issues
Cervical Insufficiency
Diagnosis of Cervical Insufficiency
Ultrasonography Cervical insufficiency is usually not identified until a woman delivers a baby too soon. Doctors suspect cervical insufficiency when a woman has symptoms or risk factors for a weak cervix, such as previous miscarriages during the 2nd trimester. Doctors may also suspect cervical insufficiency during a routine examination during pregnancy when they see that the cervix has dilated too soon. If cervical insufficiency is suspected, ultrasonography using a handheld device inserted inside the vagina (called transvaginal ultrasonography) can be done. Findings during ultrasonography may suggest cervical insufficiency. For example, if ultrasonography shows that a woman has a short cervix, particularly a woman who is at risk of cervical insufficiency, doctors may closely watch for signs of Preterm Labor . 