Outcome Of Cervical Cerclages In Semino Specialist Hospital: A 5-Case Series

Background: Cervical cerclage is simply the use of a specialized non-absorbable suture to tie cervix at level internal os prevent recurrent abortions, preterm labour and delivery especially in women with short or cervical weakness. It was introduced 1950s by Shirodkar McDonald has since become common obstetric practice. There still exist lot controversies concerning its efficacy factors determining success. This study aimed unraveling that determined successful private hospital setting Enugu, south-east Nigeria. Aim: To audit pregnancy outcomes determinants following prophylactic centre Methodology: case series five who had between 2020 2022 SEMINO Hospital, either clinical ultrasound diagnosis incompetence both. Hospital receives referrals from some maternity homes other centres not manned obstetrician/gynaecologist around Abakpa-Nike. These were seen managed authors over period under review. Data collected patients’ notes presented tabular form for easy analysis comparison. Conclusion: The adjunctive therapies insertion cerclages earlier gestational ages may enhance outcome cerclages.