Mersilene tape versus conventional sutures in transvaginal cervical cerclage: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of Mersilene tape versus alternative suture types in prolonging singleton pregnancies as well as other pregnancy and neonatal outcomes, in cases of history-, ultrasound-, and exam-indicated cervical cerclage.

Methods

A systematic review was conducted to identify relevant studies comparing different suture types in cervical cerclage procedures. The primary outcome of interest was preterm birth (PTB) rate < 37, <35, < 28, and < 24 weeks. Statistical analyses were performed to determine the relationship between suture type and various outcomes.

Results

A total of five studies, including three randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and two retrospective studies, with a combined participation of 2325 individuals, were inc

SUBMITTER: Feng J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10675920 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature