Tag: rupture membranes

POLYHYDRAMNIOS

Posted on by The Rebel Surgeon in POLYHYDRAMNIOS
  • An overdistended uterus is unable to produce efficient contractions
  • Drain the excessive fluid
    • By rupturing the membranes
      • Risk of cord prolapse if cervix is open more than a finger
    • By external drainage with an i.v. cannula
      • No risk of cord prolapse