Risks

Risks associated with cervical cerclage include:

• Inflammation of the fetal membranes due to a bacterial infection
• Vaginal bleeding
• A tear in the cervix (cervical laceration)
• Preterm premature rupture of the membranes — when the fluid-filled membrane that surrounds and cushions the baby during pregnancy (amniotic sac) leaks or breaks before week 37 of pregnancy
• Suture displacement

After receiving a cervical cerclage, contact your health care provider immediately if you have leakage of fluid from your vagina, a sign of preterm premature rupture of membranes. Your health care provider will recommend removing the cervical cerclage early if you have preterm premature rupture of membranes or if you have symptoms that suggest a uterine infection.