Factores de riesgo de ruptura prematura de membranas

Abstract

Introduction: PPROM is defined as the solution of continuity or the existence of loss of integrality of the membranes that can occur from 20 weeks of gestation until before labor begins. According to data from the MSP of Ecuador, in the last 20 years, around 4,347 maternal deaths have been reported. PROM being the main pathology responsible for this morbidity and mortality in a maternal-perinatal context; whose frequency and severity change according to gestational age. Objective: Investigate the risk factors for premature rupture of membranes through critical reading of high-impact scientific articles to mitigate morbidity and mortality. Methodology: This is a descriptive-retrospective study, carried out by reviewing the scientific literature available in databases such as PubMed, Elsevier and Google Scholar. Conclusion: In Ecuador, as in many other parts of the world, premature rupture of membranes (PROM) is an obstetric complication that can have a significant impact on the health of pregnant women and their babies. Throughout this analysis, we have explored various risk factors associated with PROM and their importance in the early identification and appropriate management of this condition. It is evident that in Ecuador, as in other regions, factors such as genitourinary infections, previous history of PROM, smoking during pregnancy, and advanced maternal age are important risk factors to consider during prenatal care.