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[Hydronephrosis in pregnancy]

T Kempe1

  • 1Krankenhaus Bethanien, Leipzig.

Geburtshilfe Und Frauenheilkunde
|February 1, 1993
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Severe urinary retention in pregnancy can resolve spontaneously when the fetus changes position. This case highlights the mechanical factors contributing to urine retention during gestation.

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Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Urology

Background:

  • Urinary retention during pregnancy is a rare but serious condition.
  • Mechanical compression by the gravid uterus is a common cause.

Observation:

  • A 21-year-old pregnant patient presented with severe right-sided urinary retention at 24 weeks gestation.
  • The patient experienced a temporary spontaneous remission of symptoms.

Findings:

  • The spontaneous remission coincided with the fetus changing to a breech presentation.
  • This suggests a significant mechanical component in the genesis of urinary retention.

Implications:

  • Understanding the mechanical factors is crucial for managing pregnancy-related urinary retention.
  • Fetal positioning may play a role in the resolution of such cases.