English Explanatory Dictionary

rupture of membranes

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The rupture of the amniotic sac, whether naturally at the onset of labour, occurring prematurely, or artificially induced.

Word forms

rupture of membranes ruptures of membranes

Synonyms

ROM amniorrhexis breaking water

Related words

bag of waters
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