What is cervical cerclage? Benefits, risks, and when doctors recommend it

Cervical cerclage is a surgical procedure performed to prevent preterm birth and second-trimester pregnancy loss in women with cervical insufficiency. A stitch is placed around the cervix to prevent ...
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Hologic Launches Definity Cervical Dilator to Provide Gentle and Seamless Dilation During Gynecologic Procedures

MARLBOROUGH, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hologic, Inc. (Nasdaq: HOLX) has launched the Definity™ cervical dilator, a major advancement for gynecological procedures that uses SureAccess™ balloon technology ...
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Cervix Dilation Chart: What to Expect During the Stages of Labor

The cervix dilates (opens) during the first stage of labor to prepare for the baby's birth. Cervical dilation is measured from 1 to 10 centimeters. You are ready to push and deliver when the cervix ...
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Cervical dilation and effacement: What it means and why it matters during pregnancy

Dilation and effacement are your body's way of getting ready for labor – your cervix gradually opens (dilates) and thins out (effaces) to help your baby make that grand entrance. This process can ...
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Hologic Launches Definity Cervical Dilator to Provide Gentle and Seamless Dilation During Gynecologic Procedures

Physicians can now access a wide variety of uterine cavities effortlessly with innovative SureAccess balloon technology MARLBOROUGH, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Hologic, Inc. (Nasdaq: HOLX) has launched ...