SROM And [Specific Condition]: What You Need To Know

What do i need to know about srom? Srom is estimated to happen in around 8 to 10% of pregnancies. After 37 weeks of pregnancy and before labour begins, for 8 out of 100 (8%) women, a hole will form in the fluid sack that surrounds the baby, allowing the waters (amniotic fluid) to leak; Spontaneous rupture of membranes (srom) refers to rupture of fetal membranes occurring on its own (in contrast with artificial rupture of membranes). When this occurs before ~37 weeks in gestation, it is then termed spontaneous premature rupture of membranes (sprom) which is the usual cause of preterm premature rupture of membranes (pprom).

It may occur at term (37+0 weeks of gestation) or preterm ( The latter is designated preterm prom (pprom). The diagnosis is uncertain. If liquor is seen, then treat as srom. If liquor is not evident then perform eliprom. If positive then treat as srom. If negative then assume membranes are still intact. On the rare occasion that eliprom is negative but the history is very suggestive of srom, discuss with the registrar/consultant What is spontaneous rupture of membranes? When does spontaneous rupture of membranes usually occur? Understand and recognize the signs. Pack your hospital bag early. Plan your route and mode of transportation. Keep your healthcare providers contact information handy. Learn about potential interventions.

Understand and recognize the signs. Pack your hospital bag early. Plan your route and mode of transportation. Keep your healthcare providers contact information handy. Learn about potential interventions.