[Legal aspects of urogynaecology]

Lesions of the urinary tract are rare, but, typical complications of gynecologic surgery. Gradual loss of surgical experience results in a lack of knowledge of prevention and management of lesions. Pretherapeutical work-up, selection of adequate procedure and surgeon, recognition of atypical postoperative symptoms might cause mistakes in selection and organization of the physician responsible. The principle possibility of a laceration is a rare cause, more frequently disregarding of typical symptoms of complication and prolonged timing of additional investigations are reasons for legal implications. Recommendations of medical associations are of help, but, might be a burden.