About
Need to know
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What happens icon plus
Cerclage will be carried out under local or regional anaesthetic (such as a spinal injection). The surgical procedure is usually done through the vagina. Firstly, a speculum (an instrument with paddles shaped like spoons) is inserted into the vagina. This will spread the vaginal walls. The surgery itself may then be done in the following ways: - The outside of the cervix can be stitched - Special tape can be tied in place around the cervix and stitched in place - A very small incision is made in the cervix. This allows a special tape to be tied through the incision and the cervix to be closed -
How to prepare icon plus
Your consultant will explain how best to prepare for cerclage of the cervix, answering any questions you might have. -
Afterwards icon plus
After surgery, your consultant will let you know when you can get back to your usual routine. Immediately following the procedure, the recovery process may include: - You will be cared for in a separate hospital room for four to six hours - You can go you home once you are able to walk and pass urine. This is unless a doctor feels it best you stay overnight in hospital - When you arrive home, you should rest for 48 hours. You may experience slight abdominable pain and/or vaginal bleeding - After one week you should be able to resume normal daily activities - Your consultant will advise you on when to attend a follow-up appointment
Our facilities
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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The Portland Hospital
205 - 209 Great Portland Street
London
W1W 5AH
Children's enquiries 020 7390 8020
Maternity enquiries 020 7390 6068
Gynaecology enquiries 020 7390 6200 -
London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
Appointments & Enquiries 0207 234 2009
Imaging Appointments 0207 234 2773
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
London NW8 9LE
Appointments 0207 483 5148
Enquiries 0207 586 5959
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The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street
London
W1G 8BJ
Appointments 020 7034 8181
Enquiries 020 7935 7700
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
Appointments 020 7908 8001
Enquiries 020 7486 1234