cervix dilation
Labor's gateway expands
Cervix dilation is the opening of the cervix—the narrow passage between the uterus and vagina—measured in centimeters during labor.
Full dilation (about 10 centimeters) allows the baby to pass through the birth canal.
Dilation can also be induced medically for procedures like a D&C.
She was six centimeters dilated when she arrived at the hospital.
- contractionsShortened word forms
- effacementAct of erasing completely
- childbirthInfant's emergence from womb
- natural birthChildbirth without pain medication
- stretchPull to extend
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