Amniotomy (also known as Artificial Rupture of Membranes): A method of inducing labor by deliberate rupture of the AMNION to cause the release of amniotic fluid.

NIH MeSH · D000074885Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment

Amniotomy

Also known asArtificial Rupture of Membranes

Definition

A method of inducing labor by deliberate rupture of the AMNION to cause the release of amniotic fluid.

MeSH classification

E04.520.252.968.500

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Common questions about Amniotomy

What does Amniotomy mean in medicine?

A method of inducing labor by deliberate rupture of the AMNION to cause the release of amniotic fluid. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.

Is Amniotomy known by any other names?

Yes. Amniotomy is also referred to as Artificial Rupture of Membranes in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.

Where does Amniotomy sit in the medical classification?

Amniotomy falls under the broader medical category "Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: E04.520.252.968.500). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.

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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D000074885) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗