Postpartum Voiding Dysfunction: Correlation with Uroflowmetry Measurements and Obstetric Parameters

Aims of Study Early postpartum voiding dysfunction is quite common, and was reported to be associated with prolonged labor, instrumental deliveries and epidural analgesia. Although most cases are self-limited, unrecognized voiding dysfunction and mismanagement may lead to recurrent urinary tract infections, upper urinary tract damage and permanent voiding difficulties. Yet, there are neither standard definitions nor guidelines for diagnosis and treatment of this common clinical entity.