Incompetent cervix
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Term | Incompetent cervix |
Short definition | an abnormally weak cervix, which widens prematurely during pregnancy as a result of the weight of a developing fetus; may result in a miscarriage |
Type | Medical term |
Specialty | General |
Language | English |
Source | AMA |
Comments |
Incompetent cervix (definition) an abnormally weak cervix, which widens prematurely during pregnancy as a result of the weight of a developing fetus; may result in a miscarriage
==Incompetent cervix (overview)==