Laparoscopic cerclage for prevention of recurrent pregnancy loss due to cervical incompetence
Guidance issued
Number: IPG228
Summary:
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has issued full guidance to the NHS in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland on laparoscopic cerclage for prevention of recurrent pregnancy loss due to cervical incompetence.
Description:
Recurrent late miscarriages may be due to a weak (sometimes called an incompetent) cervix that shortens or opens too early in pregnancy. Cervical cerclage involves placing a stitch around the upper part of the cervix to keep it closed; the operation may be carried out through the vagina, or through the abdomen, as an open or laparoscopic ('keyhole') procedure.
Arrangement:
Other (see guidance)
Topic Area:
Gynaecology, pregnancy and birth
Specialty:
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Specialist advice has been sought from:
Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
British Maternal and Fetal Medicine Society
Date notified to NICE:
08 September 2005
Provisional consultation date:
May/June 2007
IP Pub Date:
22 August 2007
Contact
Details:
Project manager (for general enquiries or comments)
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