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- Florian M E Wagenlehner, Wolfgang Weidner, and Kurt G Naber.
- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Justus Liebig University, Giessen, Germany. Wagenlehner@AOL.com
- Curr Opin Urol. 2009 Jul 1; 19 (4): 368-74.
Purpose Of ReviewUrinary tract infections (UTIs) in women comprise uncomplicated and complicated UTIs. Uncomplicated UTIs, such as acute uncomplicated cystitis and pyelonephritis, are very common infections in otherwise healthy women, with a high tendency to recur. Although severe complications are rare, their high prevalence causes remarkable costs in the healthcare systems.Recent FindingsAs most scientific evidence has been gathered in uncomplicated UTI, this study focuses on recent developments in epidemiology, pathogenesis, cause, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of uncomplicated UTI and recurrent UTI in women.SummaryA remarkable increase of antibiotic resistance is also noted in uncomplicated UTI. Therefore, prudent use of antibiotic substances in uncomplicated UTI is increasingly important.
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