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rupture of membranes

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rupture of membranes (ROM)
Etymology: L, rumpere, to break, membrana
the rupture of the amniotic sac, usually at the start of labor. It may be spontaneous or artificial.


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They are less likely to have preeclampsia and other high blood pressure problems along with premature rupture of membranes, compared to women in the general population.
Artificial ways of delivering a baby include having a cesarean section, a surgical procedure, or inducing or starting labour, which can be done using drugs or by artificial rupture of membranes, or breaking of waters.
Artificial ways of delivering a baby include having a cesarean section, a surgical procedure, or inducing or starting labour, which can be done using drugs or by artificial rupture of membranes, or breaking of waters.
 
 
 
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