ANALYSIS OF RISK FACTORS FOR PREMATURE RUPTURE OF FETAL MEMBRANES
Abstract
Premature rupture of membranes (PROM) is a prevalent obstetric complication occurring in up to 20% of pregnancies, leading to significant maternal and neonatal morbidity. This study aimed to identify and compare the primary risk factors for PROM and premature labor without PROM. Analysis of 100 pregnancies complicated by PROM and 100 cases of premature labor without PROM revealed that complicated obstetric histories, including induced abortions and stillbirths, were common in both groups. PROM predominantly occurred between 29–37 weeks of gestation, with microbial infections such as Enterococcus faecalis and E. coli playing a significant role. In contrast, severe preeclampsia was the primary cause of premature labor in the control group. Management strategies varied between groups, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions based on underlying risk factors.
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