Prediction of spontaneous preterm birth by cervical length in the first trimester of pregnancy: Comparison of two measurement methods
Journal
Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica
Journal Volume
100
Journal Issue
7
Date Issued
2021-07
Author(s)
Feng, Qiaoli
Duan, Honglei
Ju, Xiaoqing
Appiah, Kubi
Yip, Ka Man
Sun, Qian
Chaemsaithong, Piya
Poon, Liona C
Abstract
Our objectives were to compare the single-line and two-line methods of cervical length measurement in the first trimester of pregnancy and to evaluate the potential value of the first trimester cervical length measured by the two methods in predicting spontaneous preterm birth.
Subjects
cervical length; cervical measurement; cervix; first trimester; method; prediction; preterm birth; transvaginal ultrasound
Type
journal article