Reference range for cervical length in twin pregnancies

Background.  Twin pregnancies are at increased risk of preterm delivery, and cervical length measurement by transvaginal ultrasound examination has been shown to be an effective method of screening for this complication. The aim of the present study is to establish a reference range for cervical length measurement throughout gestation in twin pregnancies.

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