A uterine rupture is an obstetric emergency. NO rupture should be taken lightly. A uterine rupture is when a mother’s uterus tears or breaks open. It will halt all incoming oxygen to the baby. It is one of the most painful experiences a woman can go through and can be felt through an epidural. Uterine rupture is most common in those with previous uterine scarring and those receiving higher doses of pitocin, especially without breaks. Pitocin causes 12.5% of ruptures. Ruptures can, also, be spont

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