Smooth, collapsible, muscular sac that stores urine
Normal capacity 250-450 ml
Lies on the pelvic floor posterior to the pubic symphysis
Connected anteriorly to the umbilicus by median umbilical ligament
The bladder is distensible and collapses when empty
Blood supply
Approximately 1/4 (1200 ml) of systemic cardiac output flows through the kidneys each minute
Renal artery
Renal vein
Normal capacity 250-450 ml
Lies on the pelvic floor posterior to the pubic symphysis
Connected anteriorly to the umbilicus by median umbilical ligament
The bladder is distensible and collapses when empty
Blood supply
Approximately 1/4 (1200 ml) of systemic cardiac output flows through the kidneys each minute
Renal artery
Renal vein