Cerclage

Synonyms of cerclage

• stitch
• suture
• ligature

Antonyms of cerclage

• release
• untie
• loosen

Collocations of cerclage

cervical cerclage

Frequency: 80 %

The doctor recommended a cervical cerclage to prevent premature labor.

cerclage stitch

Frequency: 70 %

The cerclage stitch helped support her cervix during pregnancy.

emergency cerclage

Frequency: 65 %

She underwent an emergency cerclage procedure due to complications.

cerclage removal

Frequency: 50 %

The doctor scheduled a cerclage removal procedure after reaching full term.

Idiomatic Expressions for cerclage

• Phrase: loosen the cerclage
  Meaning: to release or relax something that is secured tightly
  Usage: The mechanic had to loosen the cerclage on the pipe to make adjustments to the plumbing system.