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Re: ?'s for the Dr.'s Abdominal ultrasound vs. VaginalFrom: anonymous@obgyn.netTue, 7 Jul 1998 13:01:43 -0500 (CDT)
At Mon, 6 Jul 1998, Jas wrote: > >Which type of ultrasound is more accurate for measuring cervical length? Vaginal ultrasound is almost always better for measuring cervical length.
Also very early on I have the vag Us, at what week of pregnancy is
>there a switch over to the abd Us for viewing? If it's for measuring the cervix, the vaginal ultrasound is preferred at all stages of pregnany. For viewing the fetus, most switch to abdominal probes at *about* 13-14 weeks gestational age.
Finally what is the
>average cervical length and what is a worrisome lenght for preterm The jury is still out, but it appears that anything below 2.0 cm (and sometimes below 2.5 cm) is concerning. However, not all women with a shortened cervix will develop preterm labor, and we're not always sure what to do with the information when an ultrasound says "short cervix." I hope this helps answer your questions.
-- Ashley Hill David Ashley Hill, M.D. Associate Director Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Florida Hospital Family Practice Residency Orlando, Florida
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