Cervical Cerclage (Stitching the Cervix)
Cervical Cerclage (Stitching the Cervix) Treatment
Treatment Range Hospital in Hyderabad provides expert cervical cerclage procedures for pregnant women at risk of miscarriage or preterm birth due to cervical incompetence. This preventive treatment involves placing a stitch around the cervix to strengthen it and help carry the pregnancy to full term. Performed by our experienced obstetricians, cervical cerclage is a safe and effective way to support high-risk pregnancies.
Our specialists carefully assess each case using ultrasound and clinical evaluation to determine the timing and type of cerclage—whether it’s a prophylactic (before complications arise) or emergency procedure. The procedure is done under anesthesia, usually as a day-care surgery, with complete prenatal care and monitoring provided post-cerclage to ensure the health of both mother and baby.
If you are looking for cervical cerclage in Hyderabad, Treatment Range Hospital offers compassionate care, skilled expertise, and modern facilities. We are dedicated to helping women achieve healthy pregnancies with the best possible outcomes for mother and child.
- Your 6 - Phase health Process
Your Complete Cervical Cerclage (Stitching the Cervix) Journey
🩺 Phase 1: Symptoms Identification
- History of painless cervical dilation in previous pregnancies
- Recurrent second-trimester miscarriages
- Short cervix seen on ultrasound (<25 mm)
- Risk of premature birth (before 37 weeks)
📋Phase 2: OPD Consultation with Obstetrician
- Review of obstetric history and previous pregnancy outcomes
- Ultrasound to measure cervical length
- Discussion of procedure timing (usually between 12–24 weeks gestation)
- Screening for infections or contraindications
🧬Phase 3: Causes (Indications for Cerclage)
- Genetic predisposition (e.g., FAP, Lynch Syndrome)
- Unhealthy diet (low fiber, high red meat/fat)
- Smoking and alcohol consumption
- Sedentary lifestyle and obesity
- Age (common after 45 years)
🔎 Phase 4: Diagnosis & Pre-Procedure Workup
- Blood tests & urine culture to rule out infection
- Transvaginal ultrasound for cervical assessment
- Pre-anesthesia evaluation (if planned under regional anesthesia)
- Confirm fetal viability and absence of uterine contractions
💊Phase 5: Treatment (Cervical Cerclage Procedure)
- Types of Cerclage:McDonald Technique , Shirodkar Technique
- Performed around 12–24 weeks of pregnancy
- Done under regional or general anesthesia
- Vaginal approach most common; abdominal cerclage in rare cases
💪 Phase 6: Post-Procedure Care & Recovery
- Rest for a few days post-procedure
- Medications: Progesterone, antibiotics, or tocolytics if needed
- Gradual return to normal activity; avoid strenuous work and sexual activity as advised
- Stitch removal planned at 36–37 weeks or earlier if labor begins
- Close follow-up with regular ultrasounds to monitor cervical length
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A surgical procedure to place a stitch around the cervix during pregnancy to prevent it from opening too early (cervical insufficiency), reducing the risk of miscarriage or preterm birth.
- History of second-trimester pregnancy loss
- Cervical shortening (<25 mm) seen on ultrasound
- Prior cervical surgery increasing risk of incompetence
Usually between 12 and 24 weeks of pregnancy.
- Vaginal cerclage (McDonald or Shirodkar technique) is most common.
- Occasionally, abdominal cerclage is needed for specific cases.
- Done under regional or general anesthesia.
Most patients go home the same day or stay 1–2 days for observation.