How do doctors diagnose cervical insufficiency?
A. If you are at risk for this condition, your doctor may conduct a pelvic exam or use an ultrasound early in your pregnancy to evaluate the problem. However, many cases of cervical insufficiency are not found until after a second trimester loss. Women who have already had a miscarriage because of this problem will likely have the same outcome in future pregnancies if they do not seek treatment. This can lead to great stress and emotional suffering for women and couples hoping to become parents.
