Study is to determine if a weekly dose of 17P (Progesterone) given to women with preterm rupture of the membranes will: increase the probability of continuing the pregnancy until a favorable gestational age.Increase the interval between randomization and delivery. Decrease neonatal morbidity.
Planned study is to determine if a weekly dose of Progesterone (17OHP) given to women with preterm rupture of the membranes will: 1.increase the probability of continuing the pregnancy until a favorable gestational age. 2.increase the interval between randomization and delivery.3.decrease neonatal morbidity.