Re: funneling of cervix
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sat, 31 Mar 2001 22:47:57 -0600 (CST)
Funneling near term has no meaning. Since we usually don't do sonograms
at term, this may be normal is some women since funneling can't be felt.
Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.
HSM
At Sat, 31 Mar 2001, Kathy wrote:
>
>If the cervix begins to funnel near term does that still indicate a weak
>cervix? When the cervix softens and thins, doesn't it normally dilate
>from the external os first? Thanks.
>
>--
>Kathy
>
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Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
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