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Backgound: The kidney is an essential organ in regulating the electrolyte balance. With the progression to advanced renal insufficiency, disturbances occur, with frequent increases in the level of potassium, which lead to a significant increase in morbidity and mortality in this group of patients, most commonly by cardiovascular complications - arrhythmias and sudden death. Since chronic renal failure has become a global problem and is frequently under-diagnosed, it is very important to have a correct diagnosis an...

Background: Renal disorders during pregnancy are variable, ranging from asymptomatic bacteriuria to end stage renal disease. Pregnancy increases the risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs), especially due to the hormonal and mechanical changes, that are predisposing to renal and urinary stasis. UTIs in pregnancy are associated with high risks, both to the fetus and the mother, so adequate management is required. Aim of study was to monitor the incidence and prevalence of lower and upper UTI during pregnancy, as we...