Subeen Hong MD , Seon Ui Lee MD , Sangeun Won MD , Byung Soo Kang MD , Oyoung Kim MD , In Yang Park PhD, MD , Hyun Sun Ko PhD, MD
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A short cervix in the third trimester had a sensitivity of 30.1%, a specificity of 88.1%, a positive predictive value of 9.5%, and a negative predictive value (NPV) of 96.8% in predicting PTB. The addition of third-trimester cervical length to the predictive model significantly increased the area under the curve from 0.64 (95% CI: 0.60–0.68) to 0.67 (95% CI: 0.63–0.71) (<em>P</em>=.002), demonstrating improved predictive performance.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Approximately 13% of women with normal cervical length in the mid-trimester had a short cervical length after 28 weeks, which increased the risk of PTB. 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Predictive value of short cervix in early third trimester for preterm birth in women with normal mid-trimester cervical length
Background
Short cervical length in the mid-trimester is a powerful predictor of preterm birth (PTB). However, clinical significance of cervical length in the third trimester for predicting PTB has not been established yet.
Objective
To examine the predictive role of a shortened cervix in the third trimester for PTB in women who had a normal cervical length in the second trimester
Study design
This retrospective cohort study included women who underwent cervical length measured at least once in both the second trimester (16+0 weeks to 27+6weeks) and the early third trimester (28+0 weeks to 33+6 weeks). Women with short cervical length in the second trimester, those with multiple pregnancies, those who underwent cerclage operation, and those who had iatrogenic PTB were excluded. The study population was divided into two groups based on cervical length in the third trimester: a short cervix (≤25 mm) group and a control group (>25 mm). Rates of PTB (<37 weeks) were compared between two groups. Predictive performances of cervical length in the third trimester for PTB were assessed.
Results
Women with a short cervical length at 28+0 to 33+6 weeks accounted for 12.6% (n=717) of the total study population (n=5682). PTB rate was 9.5% in the short cervix group, which was significantly higher than that (3.2%) in the control group (P<.001). The adjusted odds ratio for short cervical length on PTB was 2.73 (95% CI: 1.96–3.79). A short cervix in the third trimester had a sensitivity of 30.1%, a specificity of 88.1%, a positive predictive value of 9.5%, and a negative predictive value (NPV) of 96.8% in predicting PTB. The addition of third-trimester cervical length to the predictive model significantly increased the area under the curve from 0.64 (95% CI: 0.60–0.68) to 0.67 (95% CI: 0.63–0.71) (P=.002), demonstrating improved predictive performance.
Conclusion
Approximately 13% of women with normal cervical length in the mid-trimester had a short cervical length after 28 weeks, which increased the risk of PTB. The high specificity and NPV of third-trimester cervical length measurements underscore their critical utility in identifying women at low risk for preterm delivery.
期刊介绍:
The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology (AJOG) is a highly esteemed publication with two companion titles. One of these is the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology Maternal-Fetal Medicine (AJOG MFM), which is dedicated to the latest research in the field of maternal-fetal medicine, specifically concerning high-risk pregnancies. The journal encompasses a wide range of topics, including:
Maternal Complications: It addresses significant studies that have the potential to change clinical practice regarding complications faced by pregnant women.
Fetal Complications: The journal covers prenatal diagnosis, ultrasound, and genetic issues related to the fetus, providing insights into the management and care of fetal health.
Prenatal Care: It discusses the best practices in prenatal care to ensure the health and well-being of both the mother and the unborn child.
Intrapartum Care: It provides guidance on the care provided during the childbirth process, which is critical for the safety of both mother and baby.
Postpartum Issues: The journal also tackles issues that arise after childbirth, focusing on the postpartum period and its implications for maternal health. AJOG MFM serves as a reliable forum for peer-reviewed research, with a preference for randomized trials and meta-analyses. The goal is to equip researchers and clinicians with the most current information and evidence-based strategies to effectively manage high-risk pregnancies and to provide the best possible care for mothers and their unborn children.