Fetal fibronectin, cervical length, and the risk of preterm birth in patients with an ultrasound or physical exam indicated cervical cerclage
In patients with an ultrasound or physical exam indicated cerclage, a positive fFN and a short cervical length are both associated with preterm birth. The risk of preterm birth increase with the number of abnormal biomarkers.
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