Cervix

Question 1

When is translabial performed?

Answer 1

When there are ruptured membranes

Question 2

What is the lower limit of normal when measuring the cervix of a pregnant woman?

Answer 2

3cm

Question 3

Herniation of the fetal membranes into the internal os, but the external os remains closed.

Answer 3

Funnelling of the cervix

Question 4

What is the main difference between preterm labour and an incompetent cervix?

Answer 4

Preterm labour- contractions
Incompetent- painless cervical dilatation

Question 5

When is a cervical cerclage usually put in?

Answer 5

Between 13 and 16 weeks.

Question 6

What is considered preterm?

Answer 6

Before 37 weeks

Question 7

Why should we assess the area just superior to the internal os with colour on every patient?

Answer 7

A vasa previa might be present (vessels crossing the internal os)

Question 8

What is a vasa previa associated with?

Answer 8

A succenturiate placenta

Question 9

What is a contraindication for EV?

Answer 9

PROM