The following changes occur in urinary system in pregnancy except
Ans. is d, i.e. Increased activity of uretersAs discussed previously, during pregnancy - Glomerular filtration rate and renal blood flow increases i.e. option a and b are correct. Amongst option c and d; option d i.e. increased activity of ureters cannot be correct as the main hormone during pregnancy is progesterone which leads to relaxation of the smooth muscles of ureter. Therefore activity of ureters decreases and leads to urinary stasis.Anatomical changes in renal system during pregnancy.Both kidneys enlarge in pregnancy 1 cm.Hydroureter and hydronephrosis occurs due to relaxant effect progesterone (These changes are M/c on right side).Congestion of bladder leading to decreased bladder capacity.To compensate bladder pressure increases and intraurethral pressure increases.
Increased GFR
Increased RBF
Hypertrophy of bladder musculature
Increased activity of ureters
Physiological changes during Pregnancy