Risk factors of chorioamnionitis in labor

Chorioamnionitis is an infectious inflammation of the membranes and amniotic fluid caused by polymicrobial associations. It is manifested by hyperthermia, pain in the uterus, purulent or bloody discharge from the vagina. Possibly subclinical course of the disease with minimal symptoms. Diagnosed by gynecological examination, CTG of the fetus, laboratory tests, ultrasound of the small pelvis. The tactics of managing a pregnant woman involves urgent delivery through the vaginal birth canal or by caesarean section with the simultaneous appointment of intensive antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, infusion therapy. The risk of chorioamnionitis also increases with the onset of natural childbirth, especially if during their course digital vaginal examinations are performed repeatedly after opening the membranes or internal cardiotocography of the fetus is performed to obtain objective data on its condition and characteristics of the contractile activity of the uterus.