Amniotic Fluid "Sludge" Does Not Increase Risk of Preterm Delivery in Cerclage Patients.

177 patients were selected from a data base of 1890. 60 patients had sludge, 117 did not have sludge. Conclusion AF sludge on ultrasound had no association with increased risk of preterm delivery in patients with cerclage.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Cerclage
• Pregnancy Outcome data available
• Neonatal Outcome data available
• Pre and Post Cerclage Cervical length measurements
• Hx of cervical procedures, if any, available

Exclusion Criteria:

• Cervical ultrasound picture(s) unacceptable
• Any missing maternal or fetal data as stated above
• Fetal anomaly
• Cervical dilation at time of cerclage
• Placental previa or abruption
• Preterm Labor

Patients at CMFM