Assess suitability
Review pregnancy history, cervical measurement, symptoms and contraindications.
A cervical stitch for selected preterm-birth risk
Cervical Cerclage
Cerclage may be considered because of pregnancy history, ultrasound findings or examination, after weighing likely benefit and procedure-related risk.
Book a counselling appointment
The reason for cerclage determines how the decision is made.
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The reason for cerclage determines how the decision is made.
History-indicated, ultrasound-indicated and emergency cerclage are different clinical situations. Gestation, symptoms, infection and membrane status matter.
Four parts of an individual care plan.
Explain the procedure
Discuss anaesthesia, technique, benefits, alternatives and possible complications.
Plan aftercare
Give instructions about pain, bleeding, discharge, activity and warning signs.
Plan removal and birth
Explain when the stitch is usually removed or when earlier review is needed.
Questions about cervical cerclage
These answers are general. Individual advice depends on the clinical history and assessment.
Reception can help with appointment details
No. Recommendations depend on gestation, cervical length, previous preterm birth or loss and other findings.
Depending on the situation, options can include progesterone or ultrasound surveillance.
No. It may reduce risk in selected patients but cannot prevent every preterm birth.
Contractions, fluid leakage, heavy bleeding, fever, worsening pain or foul-smelling discharge require prompt review.
Timing depends on the stitch type and pregnancy course. Your obstetric team should provide an individual plan.