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

https://www.backtable.com/shows/obgyn/podcasts/42/recurrent-utis-controlling-those-nasty-little-bladder-infections