In women presenting with membrane rupture, infection seems to be either a cause or a consequence of preterm rupture of membranes. Some bacteria may produce proteases, which weaken the membranes leading to preterm rupture of membranes. In addition, infection may be secondary to rupture of membranes. Treatment with antibiotics for women with preterm rupture of membranes seems to improve short-term outcome by reducing the risk of delivery within 7 days of membrane rupture and risk of chorioamnionitis. Concurrently, risk of neonatal infection is decreased