Transabdominal amnioinfusion in preterm prelabor rupture of membrane: A case report.
- Author:
Oconer Evita E.
;
Lozada-Pascual Joanna Zerline
- Publication Type:Case report
- MeSH: Human; Female; Adult; Pregnancy; Preterm Premature Rupture Of The Membranes; Pregnancy Outcome; Amniotic Fluid; Fetal Membranes, Premature Rupture; Delivery, Obstetric; Vagina
- From: Philippine Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology 2014;38(3):31-39
- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Premature prelabor rupture of membranes (PPROM) is defined as rupture of membranes before 37 completed weeks. The diagnosis of rupture of membranes can be made by using sterile speculum examination. Amniotic fluid is seen pooling in the posterior fornix or clear fluid is passing from the cervical canal. Presented is a case of PPROM which was managed with transabdominal amniotransfusion. The effects of amnioinfusion on pregnancy outcome in preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM) are unclear. Postulated benefits include prolongation of the latency period and prevention of pulmonary hypoplasia and infection. Transabdominal amnioinfusion is a promising procedure. It can be a very useful procedure in special cases, such as, preterm prelabor rupture of membrane to improve neonatal survival and outcome.