Application of Cervical Elastography in Obstetrics

Application of Cervical Elastography in Obstetrics

The purpose of this study is to develop cervical elastography nomograms using Samsung's novel technology "E-cervix" and determine its ability to predict preterm birth.

During each sonogram in which cervical lengths are measured, 5 additional cervical indices will be collected using Samsung's E-cervix technology. Each index will then be separated based on characteristics to create a nomogram for singletons, twins, and those with interventions already in place (i.e. cerclage and/or progesterone) at the time of their E-cervix assessment.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Women who present for early screening or level II ultrasound, aged 18 to 50 years, provides written Informed consent and is willing to comply with protocol requirements, and obtained cervical length and measurements using the E-cervix software/hardware

Exclusion Criteria:

• >50 years old
• prior cervical surgical procedures (i.e. LEEP procedure, cold knife cone biopsy)