Laminaria should be considered whenever cervical dilation and / or softening of the cervix is desired. Some examples are:

1- Cervical stenosis
     a- related to dysmenorrhea.
     b- considered a possible cause of infertility.
     c- resulting from cauterization or conization.

2- Placement and removal of intrauterine devices.

3- Induction of labor.

4- Radium placement.

5- Curettage and drainage of uterine cavity.

6- Endometrial biopsy.

7- Suction cannula aspiration.