The Kidney in Pregnancy

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Abstract
PREGNANCY is accompanied by changes in maternal renal function. This article summarizes some of these alterations, with special reference to their clinical application and their pertinence to sodium metabolism. In addition, current thoughts on effects of pre-existing renal disease on the course and outcome of gestation are surveyed.Renal Function and MorphologyCalyceal, pelvic and ureteral dilatation accompanied by decreased peristaltic movements are noted as early as the second trimester and are believed to result from the hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy.1 Later during gestation, assumption of a supine and upright posture can cause partial ureteral obstruction, for the . . .