Appropriate mechanical function of the uterine cervix is critical for maintaining a pregnancy
to term so that the fetus can develop fully. At the end of pregnancy, however, the cervix must …

The adoption of multiscale approaches by the biomechanical community has caused a
major improvement in quality in the mechanical characterization of soft tissues. The recent …

The cervix functions as a barrier between the uterus and vagina and keeps the uterus closed
until term so that the fetus can develop. For delivery the cervix must soften and dilate, and …

The appropriate biomechanical function of the uterus is required for the execution of human
reproduction. These functions range from aiding the transport of the embryo to the …

Objective: To determine whether a soft cervix identified by shear-wave elastography
between 18 and 24 weeks of gestation is associated with increased frequency of …

Cervical softening and dilation are critical for the successful term delivery of a fetus, with
premature changes associated with preterm birth. Traditional clinical measures like …

In normal pregnancy, the cervix functions as a protective mechanical barrier that must
remain tight and closed. Premature remodeling and consecutive shortening occur in many …

Objective: To determine if there is an association between cervical strain, evaluated using
ultrasound elastography, and spontaneous preterm delivery (sPTD)< 37 weeks of gestation …

The quantitative assessment of the cervix is crucial for the estimation of pre-term delivery risk
and the prediction of the success of labor induction. We conducted a cross-sectional study …

Uterine cervix is a part of the uterus responsible for maintaining pregnancy till term. As long
as the cervix remains long and firm and its internal orifice (os) is closed, it can withstand …