Évaluation de l'amniocentèse au troisième trimestre pour le dépistage des anomalies chromosomiques chez les patientes n'acceptant pas le risque de perte fœtale

The risk of preterm premature rupture of membrane is 3.3%, with a 5% risk of premature delivery before 37 weeks. This late procedure provides a safe reassurance to women who are unwilling to accept the risks of earlier amniocentesis. However, it should only be used in particular situation and in countries were legislation allows late termination of pregnancy.