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Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in Adults: An Overview


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Briefing Document: Urinary Tract Infections in Adults

Source: "Urinary Tract Infection in Adults," NIH Publication No. 07-2097, December 2005.

Purpose: To provide a concise overview of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in adults, covering causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and future research directions, based on the provided source document.

Key Themes & Ideas:

  • Prevalence and Impact: UTIs are a significant health concern, being the second most common type of infection. They account for approximately 8.3 million doctor visits annually. "Urinary tract infections are a serious health problem affecting millions of people each year... Urinary tract infections (UTIs) account for about 8.3 million doctor visits each year."
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Beyond the HorizonBy Tarik Khan