📖 Definition
The opening of the cervix (measured in centimeters, from 0–10 cm) that occurs during labor to allow the baby to pass through the birth canal. Full dilation is 10 cm. Early labor is 0–6 cm, active labor is 6–10 cm.
🏥 Labor & Delivery
Cervical Dilation
Opening of the cervix measured in centimeters during labor