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The Urinary System

Explore the composition and functions of the urinary system, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. Learn about urinary tract disorders such as infections, stones, and cancers. References included for further reading.

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The Urinary System

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  1. The Urinary System Dr. Malak Qattan

  2. Composition of the Urinary System

  3. Functions of the Kidneys • filter blood plasma, separate wastes, return useful materials to the blood, and eliminate the wastes. • produce hormones

  4. The Ureters The ureters are muscular tubes leading from the renal pelvis to the lower bladder.

  5. The Urinary Bladder - is a muscular sac on the floor of the pelvic cavity. - is highly distensible and expands easily

  6. The Urethra - transfer urine from the urinary bladder to the outside of the body.

  7. Urinary Tract Disorders • Urinary tract infection (UTI’s) • Inflammatory disorders • Urinary tract obstruction • Stones • Tumors • Renal cell carcinoma • Bladder cancer • Renal failure • Acute • Chronic • Dialysis

  8. References 1. C. Dugdale, David (2011).Female urinary tract. 2. Maton, Anthea; Jean Hopkins; Charles William McLaughlin; Susan Johnson; Maryanna Quon Warner; David LaHart; Jill D. Wright (1993). Human Biology and Health.

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