Uterus is retroverted in about 11% of women in early pregnancy but urinary retention due to retroverted uterus is a very rare disorder. If it is not diagnosed early and treated properly, it can cause severe complications. Suspicion of urinary retention from extremely retroverted uterus in pregnant women presenting with non-specific urinary symptoms or with urinary retention is important for early diagnosis and appropriate treatment. The following case presents a pregnant woman with urinary retention with a diagnosis of extremely retroverted uterus.

Authors: Zehra Vural Yılmaz, Gulenay Gencosmanoglu Turkmen, Elif Akkas Yilmaz, Ayse Kırbas, Ozgur Kara, Nuri Danisman

Key Words: Pregnancy, urinary retention, retroversion, uterus