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My doctor suggested a cervical stitch. What is it?

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Vania Tan

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    A cervical stitch is a stitch placed at the cervix for women with this condition called cervical incompetence - where there is painless dilation of the cervix, leading to miscarriage. It is not common but it is quite a dire condition to have.

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