Cervical Length and Preterm Birth: What You Need to Know What is the cervix? The cervix is the lower, narrow part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. During pregnancy, the cervix remains closed and firm, helping to keep the fetus safely inside the uterus. As labor approaches, it undergoes physiological changes—thinning (effacement) and...
Hysterosalpingography by ultrasound (HyFoSy) Hysterosalpingography is one of the essential work up tests for sub- fertility as it can provide us with valuable information about a woman’s fertility. It allows for an evaluation of the fallopian tubes’ patency. Patent fallopian tubes (aka salpinges, or oviducts) is an absolute prerequisite of fertilization. Until recently, only the...
