Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 10, 2026

Laparoscopic Non-Mesh Cerclage Pectopexy for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
03:43

Laparoscopic Non-Mesh Cerclage Pectopexy for Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Published on: September 13, 2022

Management of prelabour rupture of membranes (PROM) at term

Abdul Qader Tahir Ismail, Soma Lahiri

    Journal of Perinatal Medicine
    |July 6, 2013
    PubMed

    Over a 20-month period we identified several cases of neonatal pneumonia associated with prelabour rupture of membranes (PROM) at term. PROM complicates 8%-10% of all pregnancies, yet 60% of cases occur at term. Ascending infection is a contributing factor and the incidence of chorioamnionitis in these patients is relatively high, especially with prolonged membrane rupture. The signs and symptoms NICE recommends patients look out for are not always present as the majority of infections are subclinical, yet associated maternal and neonatal morbidity of chorioamnionitis is potentially devastating. A survey of maternity units in the West Midlands reveals significant variance in management of these cases. Given the lack of consensus and clear evidence on optimal management of PROM at term, we believe early detection of developing infections could be enhanced by using a combination of investigations (at presentation, 12 and 24 h), as well as current advice to self-monitor temperature and vaginal loss.

    More Related Videos

    Laparoscopic Non-Mesh Cerclage Pectopexy with Uterine Preservation for Pelvic Organ Prolapse03:30

    Laparoscopic Non-Mesh Cerclage Pectopexy with Uterine Preservation for Pelvic Organ Prolapse

    Published on: October 25, 2024

    Related Concept Videos

    Mitral Valve Prolapse III: Nursing Management01:19

    Mitral Valve Prolapse III: Nursing Management

    The nursing management of Mitral Valve Prolapse, or MVP, centers around patient education, symptom monitoring, and lifestyle modifications.Patient Education on MVP Diagnosis and Heredity: Nurses should provide comprehensive education about MVP, a condition where the mitral valve does not close appropriately during heartbeats. This education often includes the condition's pathophysiology, symptoms, and potential complications, like arrhythmias or mitral regurgitation. Though not fully...
    Olefin Metathesis Polymerization: Ring-Opening Metathesis Polymerization (ROMP)01:16

    Olefin Metathesis Polymerization: Ring-Opening Metathesis Polymerization (ROMP)

    Ring-opening metathesis polymerization or ROMP involves strained cycloalkenes as starting materials. The mechanism of ROMP proceeds by reacting cycloalkene with Grubbs catalyst to give metallacyclobutane intermediate which undergoes a ring-opening reaction to form new carbene. The new carbene reacts with another molecule of cycloalkene. Repetition of these steps leads to the formation of an unsaturated open-chain polymer product. All these steps are reversible, however, relieving the ring...
    Methods of Documentation II: POMR01:26

    Methods of Documentation II: POMR

    The Problem-Oriented Medical Record (POMR) revolutionized medical record-keeping by introducing a systematic approach focusing on the patient's problems rather than merely listing symptoms. Dr. Lawrence Weed's introduction of this method in the 1960s marked a significant advancement in medical documentation. The POMR framework consists of four key components: the database, problem list, plan of care, and progress notes.
    Development of the Oral Microbiota01:28

    Development of the Oral Microbiota

    The establishment of the oral microbiome begins before birth, challenging the long-held belief that the fetal oral cavity is sterile. The presence of oral microbes such as Streptococcus and Fusobacterium in amniotic fluid suggests that microbial exposure may occur in utero, potentially through translocation from the maternal oral or gastrointestinal tract. This early colonization primes the neonatal immune system and sets the stage for subsequent microbial succession. Maternal health,...