Cervical Scan

What Is a Cervical Scan?

A Cervical Scan is an ultrasound examination that focuses on the cervix during pregnancy. It provides a measurement of cervical length and allows the specialist to assess the appearance of the cervix and its relationship to the lower part of the uterus.

Cervical assessment is commonly performed using a transvaginal ultrasound when a detailed and accurate measurement is required. Your fetal medicine specialist will determine the most appropriate method based on your pregnancy and clinical circumstances.

Cervical Scan Between 18 and 24 Weeks

The period between 18 and 24 weeks of pregnancy is an important time for cervical assessment in women who require cervical length monitoring. The scan may be performed as part of pregnancy care or alongside a detailed anomaly or Level II ultrasound.

The timing and need for cervical assessment can vary depending on your previous pregnancy history, symptoms, ultrasound findings and other risk factors.

What Does the Cervical Scan Assess?

Cervical Length:
The length of the cervix is measured using ultrasound to provide an objective assessment of the cervical canal.

Cervical Appearance:
The specialist evaluates the appearance of the cervix and checks for features that may require further assessment.

Internal Cervical Opening:
The internal opening of the cervix is assessed as part of the examination.

Relationship to the Lower Uterus:
The cervix and lower part of the uterus are examined to provide a clear assessment of the cervical region.

Why Is Cervical Length Assessment Important?

Cervical length assessment can provide useful information about the cervix during pregnancy. In selected women, a shorter cervix may be associated with an increased risk of spontaneous preterm birth and may lead to closer monitoring or preventive management.

The cervical measurement is interpreted together with your pregnancy history, symptoms and other clinical findings. A cervical length measurement alone does not determine how a pregnancy will progress.

How Is the Cervical Scan Performed?

When a precise cervical length measurement is required, a transvaginal ultrasound is commonly used. A specially designed ultrasound probe is gently placed in the vagina to obtain clear images of the cervix.

The examination is generally brief, and your specialist will explain the procedure before starting. The measurement is performed carefully to obtain an accurate assessment of the cervix.

Who May Need a Cervical Scan?

Your doctor or fetal medicine specialist may recommend cervical assessment when there is a reason to monitor cervical length more closely. This may include women with a previous history of spontaneous preterm birth, certain cervical procedures, multiple pregnancy or other pregnancy-related factors.

Cervical assessment may also be recommended when symptoms or ultrasound findings require further evaluation. The need for monitoring is individualized for each pregnancy.

What to Expect During Your Scan

1. Pregnancy History Review
Your pregnancy history, previous reports and any relevant risk factors are reviewed before the examination.

2. Ultrasound Assessment
The cervix is carefully visualized and the appropriate ultrasound technique is used to assess the cervical region.

3. Cervical Length Measurement
The cervical length is measured and the appearance of the cervix is assessed.

4. Results and Guidance
Your specialist explains the findings and discusses whether repeat cervical assessment or any further management is recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is a Cervical Scan performed?
Cervical assessment may be performed during the second trimester, including between 18 and 24 weeks, depending on your individual pregnancy and your doctor's recommendation.

Why is a transvaginal scan used to measure the cervix?
A transvaginal ultrasound can provide a clear and close view of the cervix and is commonly used when an accurate cervical length measurement is required.

Does every pregnant woman need a Cervical Scan?
Not every pregnancy requires a dedicated cervical scan. Your doctor will recommend cervical assessment based on your pregnancy history, risk factors, symptoms or other clinical findings.

What if the cervix is found to be shorter than expected?
If the cervical length requires closer monitoring, your fetal medicine specialist will explain the findings and discuss appropriate management or follow-up based on your individual pregnancy.

Can cervical length change during pregnancy?
Cervical length can change during pregnancy. When monitoring is required, repeat measurements may be recommended to assess the cervix over time.

Specialist Cervical Assessment in Jalandhar

At Promise Fetal Medicine and Pregnancy Scan Centre in Jalandhar, Cervical Scans are performed with careful assessment of the cervix during pregnancy. Our fetal medicine specialists consider the cervical measurement together with your pregnancy history and other clinical findings to provide appropriate guidance.

If closer monitoring is recommended, your specialist will explain the findings clearly and discuss the appropriate follow-up plan for your pregnancy.

Book Your Cervical Scan

Cervical assessment between 18 and 24 weeks can provide valuable information when cervical length monitoring is indicated. Schedule your Cervical Scan at Promise Fetal Medicine and Pregnancy Scan Centre in Jalandhar for specialist-led pregnancy assessment and expert fetal medicine care.