Urinary reflux refers to the abnormal flow of urine from the kidneys to the bladders and then back to the kidneys through these tubes referred to as the ureters. Urinary system is designed in such a way that no backward flow of urine occurs from the bladders back to the kidneys hence causing massive infections (Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, par.1).
What are common causes for urinary reflux?
Urinary reflux is caused by a defect at the tip of the ureters tube that usually carries urine from the kidneys to the bladders. This defect reduces the pressure at which the urine is being pumped ...