Beschreibung:
The causative organisms of Urinary Tract Infection are dynamic in terms of their virulence and resistance patterns, leading to challenges in the prevention and treatment of urinary infection. This is of relevance in both primary and secondary care, and many of the challenges are similar in both developed and developing countries alike. UTI is also associated with considerable cost in terms of morbidity, economic and research expenditure.
Introduction.- Definitions, Classifications and Antibiotics.- Diagnosis and Management of Urinary Tract Infections.- Clinical Dilemmas.- TB, AIDS, and Uncommon UTIs.- UTI and Diabetes.- Catheter-related UTIs.- Complementary Therapy Strategies - Myths and Facts.- A Look to the Future.