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Hegar sign is a non-specific indication of pregnancy characterized by the compressibility and softening of the cervical isthmus. The Hegar sign usually presents during the fourth to sixth week of pregnancy and may be present until the 12th week of pregnancy.
Hegar's sign is a non-sensitive indication of pregnancy in women—its absence does not exclude pregnancy. It pertains to the features of the cervix and the uterine isthmus . It is demonstrated as a softening in the consistency of the uterus, and the uterus and cervix seem to be two separate regions.
To visualize the broad ligament, imagine yourself standing with your arms outstretched holding a ball in each hand, your body is the uterus, your arms are the uterine tubes and the balls are the ovaries. Now, a sheet is draped over you and this sheet represents the peritoneum.
Hegar's sign is a non-sensitive indication of pregnancy in women—its absence does not exclude pregnancy. It pertains to the features of the cervix and the uterine isthmus. It is demonstrated as a softening in the consistency of the uterus, and the uterus and cervix seem to be two separate regions.
Hegar’s sign refers to the softening and thinning of the lower uterine segment, which occurs in early pregnancy. The Hegar’s sign is typically assessed during a pelvic examination using a Hegar sound, a slender and flexible instrument.
(3) Hegar’s sign. This is softening of the lower uterine segment just above the cervix. When the uterine is compressed between examining fingers, the wall feels tissue paper thin.
Hegar’s is felt by the practitioner and is softening at the bottom of the uterus, usually around 4-6 weeks. Goodell’s sign is felt when the vaginal portion of the cervix gets softer due to the increased vascularization.