Spontaneous reseal of ruptured membranes after genetic amniocentesis.

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: Rupture of membranes is an uncommon complication of genetic amniocentesis. The risk of ruptured membranes is reported as 1-1.2%. CASE Genetic amniocentesis complicated by ruptured membranes was diagnosed in a 31-year-old woman. The membranes resealed after 48 hours with conservative management and the pregnancy ended with a favorable outcome. CONCLUSION: Spontaneous reseal of ruptured membranes after genetic amniocentesis can occur with conservative management and end with a favorable pregnancy outcome.