Incompetent cervix
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| Incompetent cervix | |
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| Term | Incompetent cervix |
| Short definition | an abnormally weak cervix, which widens prematurely during pregnancy as a result of the weight of a developing fetus; may result in a miscarriage |
| Type | Medical term |
| Specialty | General |
| Language | English |
| Source | AMA |
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Incompetent cervix (definition) an abnormally weak cervix, which widens prematurely during pregnancy as a result of the weight of a developing fetus; may result in a miscarriage
==Incompetent cervix (overview)==