What is cervical maturity score?

Cervical maturity score is a method to evaluate the condition of the cervix by ultrasound or vaginal examination. The

evaluation indicators of cervical maturity score mainly include the length, texture, position, degree of dilation and the height of the presenting part of the cervix. The shorter the length of the cervix, the softer the texture, the more advanced the position, the greater the degree of dilation and the lower the presenting part usually indicate the better cervical maturity. At the

same time, the cervical maturity score is important for judging the timing of labor and selecting the mode of labor. In general, it will be judged by ultrasound and vaginal finger examination. Ultrasound can accurately measure the parameters such as cervical length; vaginal finger examination can directly feel the texture of the cervix, but it is necessary to pay attention to the standardization and safety of the operation.