Obstetrics and gynecology
Procedure preparations
- Cervical cerclage is performed to maintain the cervix closed during pregnancy in order to prevent preterm birth.
- A cervical stitch is performed in the case of a weakened cervix (this can happen due to a previous procedure) and past miscarriages.
- A cervical stitch is recommended when the cervix is weak in order to keep the fetus safe inside the uterus until the delivery time.
- The cervical cerclage procedure is done under local anesthesia, and the patient can return home a couple hours after the procedure.
Procedure preparations
- Examining the patient’s health in general.
- Asking about the medical history of the patient.
Procedure complications
- Bleeding.
- Infections.
- Damage to the cervix.
- Premature rupture of the membranes (the water breaks early).
- Cervical stenosis.
- Preterm labor.
- Scarring.
- Tearing of the cervix or uterus when the labor progresses and the stitches are still intact.
Procedure instructions
- Cramping and spotting for a few days after the procedure is normal.
- The patient must rest on the day of the procedure.
- The patient can’t have intercourse for ten days after the procedure.
- You can’t do strenuous exercise or lift heavy objects for ten days after the procedure.
- You must stick to the medications prescribed by the doctor and the regular visits.
- Immediately contact your doctor when any sudden, odd problem or symptoms emerge.
- The cervix stitches will be removed when the pregnancy reaches full term (about the 37th week of pregnancy).
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Syria _ Damascus _ Al-RawdaFrequently asked questions about Cervical Cerclage
What is Cervical Cerclage?
Cervical Cerclage in Syria: " Cervical cerclage is performed to maintain the cervix closed during pregnancy in order to prevent preterm birth. A cervical stitch is performed in the case of a weakened cervix (this can happen due to a previous procedure) and past miscarriages . A cervical stitch is recommended when the cervix is weak in order to keep the fetus safe inside the uterus until the delivery time. The cervical cerclage procedure is...
How do I prepare for Cervical Cerclage?
" Examining the patient’s health in general. Asking about the medical history of the patient. "
What are the aftercare instructions for Cervical Cerclage?
" Cramping and spotting for a few days after the procedure is normal. The patient must rest on the day of the procedure. The patient can’t have intercourse for ten days after the procedure. You can’t do strenuous exercise or lift heavy objects for ten days after the procedure. You must stick to the medications prescribed by the doctor and the regular visits. Immediately contact your doctor when any sudden, odd...
Which specialty is Cervical Cerclage related to?
Cervical Cerclage is related to: Obstetrics and gynecology.
Where can I get Cervical Cerclage in Syria?
You can get Cervical Cerclage at clinics and hospitals in Syria. To find specialists in Obstetrics and gynecology, see suggested doctors on this page or Click here
What are the possible complications of Cervical Cerclage?
" Bleeding. Infections . Damage to the cervix. Premature rupture of the membranes (the water breaks early). Cervical stenosis. Preterm labor . Scarring. Tearing of the cervix or uterus when the labor progresses and the stitches are still intact. "
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