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cervical ripening
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Process of cervical softening and preparation for labor, either naturally occurring or medically induced.
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cerclage
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A surgical procedure involving placement of stitches around the cervix to prevent premature cervical dilation and pregna...
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cervical cerclage
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A surgical procedure to place a stitch around the cervix to prevent premature opening during pregnancy.
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preeclampsia
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A pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure and protein in urine, typically developing after 20 weeks...
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