Voiding Dysfunction between Women Following Vaginal Vs Cesarean Section Delivery: A Comparative Study

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

1 Head Nurse at Obstetric &Gynecological Operating Theater, Menoufia University hospital

2 Professor of Maternal and Newborn Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Menoufia University

3 Lecturer of Maternal and Newborn Health Nursing,

4 Assistant Professor of Maternal and Newborn Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Menoufia University

Abstract

Background: Postpartum voiding dysfunction is a common, transient health problem occurring in women immediately after giving birth. Purpose: This study was conducted to compare between voiding dysfunction among women following vaginal and cesarean section. Methods: Descriptive correlational design was used.  A purposive sample of 200 women who delivered at Obstetric &Gynecological department, Menoufia University Hospital in Shebin El-kom. Instruments: Voiding dysfunction interviewing questionnaires was used. Results: Women who had dysuria and pain during urination following vaginal delivery represented (32%) compared to (21%) among women following cesarean section. Conclusion: Women who delivered vaginally were more prone to have   voiding dysfunction problems than cesarean section delivery. Recommendations: Health education programs related to identification and management of voiding dysfunction should be developed for women before delivery.

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