What does pregnant woman short cervix mean?

A short cervix is a condition in which the length of the cervix is shorter than the normal range.

Under normal circumstances, the cervix plays an important role in maintaining pregnancy. When the cervix is shorter than a certain extent, especially with cervical insufficiency, the pressure on the lower uterine segment is likely to cause premature cervical dilation, thus increasing the incidence of premature birth. once the cervix is found to be short, pregnant women need to follow the doctor's advice for regular ultrasound monitoring to dynamically observe the changes in cervical length. At the same time, the doctor may also combine the symptoms and signs of pregnant women to conduct a comprehensive assessment in order to detect possible problems in time and take appropriate measures.

Short cervix of pregnant women may be related to congenital abnormalities, previous cervical surgery (such as cervical conization), multiple pregnancy, polyhydramnios and other factors. Identifying relevant factors is of great significance for formulating subsequent management plans. If the cervix is short, the doctor may consider taking cervical cerclage and other treatment methods according to the gestational age and the overall situation of the pregnant woman to prolong the gestational age and reduce the risk of premature birth. However, not all pregnant women with short cervix need surgical intervention. In some cases, conservative measures such as rest and reduced activities may also be beneficial

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