A cervical length scan may be recommended during pregnancy as it checks whether your cervix is prepared for the birth of your baby. Through most of your pregnancy, your cervix is closed and will only start to open once your body is ready to give birth.
A cervical length scan analyses how long the cervix is and if it is longer than the usual >25mm. It will also check the dilation of the cervix and the location of the cervical suture (if present).
If you have a cervical length scan and it is found that your cervix is opening too early, you may be able to get a cervical stitch (also known as a cervical cerclage). A cervical stitch will help stop the cervix from opening any further and can be taken out before your due date.
A cervical length ultrasound is usually recommended if your waters have broken too early in the past, your cervix is damaged from a previous birth or you have a history of three or more late miscarriages. If you require a female sonographer or a consultant, please speak with one of our advisors at the time of your booking.
Book now or email info@ultrasoundplus.co.uk for more information about this scan.
(Includes booking deposit of £20)
*Please Note for Multiple Pregnancies, there is an additional charge of £25 added to your package
All of our sonographers are qualified with diagnostic gynaecology ultrasound scanning experience and are accredited by either the Health Professional Council, The General Medical Council or Society of Radiographers and also work within the NHS alongside their role within Ultrasound Plus.
We advise that you wear something light, airy and baggy. Otherwise, you may need to change into a gown if necessary.
We advise all of our customers to advise their GP/Healthcare provider know of their intention to have a scan with us. On arrival at Ultrasound Plus we will ask you to complete a registration form, where your GP/Healthcare provider details will be requested. If from the cervical length scan there shows a need to contact or share any information regarding your scan, you are responsible for providing the report to your GP/Healthcare provider.
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