OBGYN Brief - Definition and Diagnosis of a Clinical UTI
Cultures are key when it comes to managing UTIs. In this brief, Dr. Anne Cameron discusses the definitions, symptoms, prevalence, and management of urinary tract infections (UTIs). They delve into the differences between bladder infections and kidney infections, the importance of symptomatology along with bacterial evidence for proper diagnosis, and the higher susceptibility of women to UTIs compared to men. The brief emphasizes the complexities of recurrent UTIs, including the challenges in treatment due to improper antibiotic use, persistence of infection, and anatomical or physiological risk factors. Dr. Cameron also explains the necessity of urine cultures in ensuring effective treatment and the various factors that contribute to recurrent UTIs.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction
00:15 - Definitions and Symptoms of UTIs
01:49 - Prevalence of UTIs in Women and Men
02:44 - Recurrent UTIs: Definitions and Challenges
04:48 - Investigating and Treating Persistent UTIs
CHECK OUT THE FULL EPISODE
BackTable OBGYN Ep. 42 - Recurrent UTIs: Controlling Those Nasty Little Bladder Infections