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Urinary tract infections in women: etiology and treatment options

Authors Minardi D, d'Anzeo, Cantoro, Conti, Muzzonigro

Published 19 April 2011 Volume 2011:4 Pages 333—343

DOI https://doi.org/10.2147/IJGM.S11767

Review by Single anonymous peer review

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Daniele Minardi, Gianluca d'Anzeo, Daniele Cantoro, Alessandro Conti, Giovanni Muzzonigro
Department of Clinical and Specialist Sciences, Urology, Polytechnic University of the Marche Medical School and United Hospitals, Ancona, Italy

Abstract: Urinary tract infections (UTI) are common among the female population. It has been calculated that about one-third of adult women have experienced an episode of symptomatic cystitis at least once. It is also common for these episodes to recur. If predisposing factors are not identified and removed, UTI can lead to more serious consequences, in particular kidney damage and renal failure. The aim of this review was to analyze the factors more commonly correlated with UTI in women, and to see what possible solutions are currently used in general practice and specialized areas, as well as those still under investigation. A good understanding of the possible pathogenic factors contributing to the development of UTI and its recurrence will help the general practitioner to interview the patient, search for causes that would otherwise remain undiscovered, and to identify the correct therapeutic strategy.

Keywords: urinary tract infection, women, etiology, diagnosis, treatment

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