Utility of Follow up Cervical Length Screening in Low Risk Women with Cervical Length 26-29mm

In women with a prior preterm birth, a protocol for serial cervical length screening has been studied and recommended for identification and treatment of short cervix. Cervical length screening has been suggested for low risk singletons in order to treat short cervix vaginal progesterone and reduce preterm birth. However, specific protocols for single versus serial cervical length ultrasound in this population are not established. Cost effectiveness of universal cervical length screening depends on the cost of screening; follow up of borderline measurements can contribute to increased costs with uncertain benefit.

Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - February 26, 2021 Category: OBGYN Authors: Rupsa C. Boelig, Varsha Kripalu, Sarah L. Chen, Yuri Cruz, Amanda Roman, Vincenzo Berghella Tags: Original Research: Obstetrics Source Type: research