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Results 1 - 6 of 6 for Preterm premature rupture of membranes
  1. ... the 37th week of pregnancy, it is called preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM). The earlier your water breaks, the more ... babies born early). If there is not a preterm unit where you deliver, you and your baby will be moved to a hospital that has one.
  2. ... on maternal and fetal outcomes in women with preterm premature rupture of the membranes. Am J Perinatol . 2016;33(4):356-363. ...
  3. ... that develop after the 20th week of pregnancy Premature rupture of the membranes ( placenta previa ) Other factors that increase the risk for preterm labor and a premature delivery include: Age of ...
  4. ... will deliver early or not. If you have preterm labor, you will need to be in the hospital. You may receive medicines to stop your contractions and mature your baby's lungs.
  5. ... especially if the mother goes into labor early (preterm labor) and has ... of membranes (water breaks) more than 18 hours before the ...
  6. ... or severe emotional trauma Have your water break (membranes rupture) Are in the last half of your pregnancy ...