Tag: cervical stitch

Change in ‘cervical stitch’ thread size could save infants’ lives

An estimated 1 in 10 American babies are born prematurely. Being born before the 37-week mark is the greatest contributor to infant death and a leading cause of long-term neurological disabilities. Preterm births are triggered by the cervix opening too early and allowing the baby to enter the birth canal. Women who are considered at […]