Urinary Tract

The urinary system or renal system is the organ system that produces, stores, and eliminates urine. In humans it includes two kidneys, two ureters, the bladder and the urethra. The female and male urinary system are very similar, they differ only in the length of the urethra.

Uterine atony

Uterine atony is a condition in which the muscles of a woman's uterus lose their tone and their ability to contract after childbirth. Severe hemorrhaging and low blood pressure can result, presenting a number of additional health problems. Women who spend several hours in labor, deliver large or multiple babies, or have had several pregnancies in the past are at the highest risk of developing uterine atony. Doctors usually take several precautions to prevent the condition during labor, though complications can still occur. Treatment for uterine atony includes intravenous medications, massage techniques to stimulate contractions, and emergency surgery to stop excessive blood loss.