Polyhydramnios Had Spontaneous Rupture in Obstetrics & Gynecology — Case | General Gynecology | SMLE Q#376
SMLE Question #376
Obstetrics & Gynecology
General Gynecology
Last updated: February 2026
A 27-year-old G2P1 woman at 38 weeks’ gestation with polyhydramnios had spontaneous rupture of membranes. She develops sudden-onset painful vaginal bleeding with constant, diffuse uterine pain and reports decreased fetal movements. Examination shows a firm, tender uterus between contractions with moderate dark vaginal bleeding. Cardiotocography shows persistent fetal bradycardia. Which of the following is the most likely cause of these findings?
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