Introduction: Premature rupture of membrane (PROM) is defined as a rupture of the amniotic 
membranes before 37 weeks' gestation and before the onset of labour, while extreme PPROM occurs 
before 26 weeks' gestation. PROM is a serious condition leading to approximately one-third of 
preterm births and it complicates about 3% of pregnancies. (Idrisa et al., 2019). Aim of the study: To 
evaluate prevalence, fetal and maternal outcome of premature rupture of membranes among pregnant 
women attending Minia Maternity University hospital. Patients and Method: Study Settings and 
Design This prospective study was conducted at the department of obstetrics and gynecology at Minia 
Maternity University Hospital during the period from 1st october 2019 to 31st march 2020.
Demographic data: The study included 456 patients with Premature Rupture Of Membranes at Minia 
maternity university hospital . Age of patients range from 18 to 48 years old; Gestational age was 
recorded once the patient is admitted between 24 up to 37 weeks; Gravidity of patients were between 
G1 – G 10; Parity of patients were between P0 up to P9 with previous history of abortion ranged 
between (0-7). Summary and Conclusion: Premature rupture of membranes (PROM) also called 
pre-labor rupture of membranes, is a condition that can occur in pregnancy. It is defined as rupture of 
membranes (breakage of amniotic sac).