[The prevention of urinary tract injuries in obstetrics]

Abstract

The aim of this study was to warn young obstetricians of the traumatic injuries to the urinary tract in their daily practice. After a short description of the changes that occur in pregnancy and puerperium at the urinary tract, we present "details" of some methods in order to avoid the urethral, bladder and ureteral injuries during vaginal delivery and some obstetric procedures (caesarean section, hysterectomy). This article represents a small and useful guide for young obstetricians in order to avoid unpleasant situations that can occur in their obstetric practice.