Rupture of membranes

What does "Rupture of membranes" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Rupture of membranes" is a term used in medicine, specifically in pregnancy, to describe the breaking of the amniotic sac. This sac is a bag of fluid inside a pregnant woman's uterus where the unborn baby develops and grows. The breaking or "rupturing" of this sac is commonly referred to as a woman's "water breaking". It usually happens when labor is about to start or during labor itself.

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