Rupture of the amniotic sac before labor begins. Bursting of the amniotic sac causes a woman to lose her amniotic fluid (bag of water). Labor usually starts soon after rupture of the amniotic membranes, even if the rupture occurs before term.
Rupture of the amniotic sac before labor begins. Bursting of the amniotic sac causes a woman to lose her amniotic fluid (bag of water). Labor usually starts soon after rupture of the amniotic membranes, even if the rupture occurs before term.