Goals of Management: PPROM
{"Image DocumentName": "Goals of Management: PPROM", "Image ImageDescription": "The goals of management for preterm premature rupture of membranes are similar to those of preterm labor management, but also include (ACOG, 2007, 2011): Prolonging the latency period for PPROM. Expectant management is recommended as long as there are no maternal or fetal contraindications. Antibiotic therapy has been shown to improve outcomes in the context of PPROM by prolonging the latency period and reducing short-term neonatal morbidity (ACOG, 2011). There is not enough evidence for or against use of tocolytics (Mackeen et al., 2011). Avoiding introduction of pathogen. Minimize vaginal examinations. Prompt identification of signs and symptoms of infection. The ruptured membranes both create a portal for infection and may be the result of sub-clinical infection.", "Image XResolution": "37", "Image YResolution": "37", "Image ResolutionUnit": "Pixels/Centimeter", "Image Software": "SlidePlayer", "Image YCbCrPositioning": "Centered"}