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

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.