A matter of urgency : a brief update on the aetiology and treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infections
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Brand, Sarel Jacobus
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Medpharm Publications
Abstract
Health professionals in general practice regularly encounter women suffering from symptoms associated with urinary tract
infections (UTIs). Uncomplicated UTIs have a high incidence and are commonly associated with recurrence. The widespread use of
antimicrobials to treat community-acquired infections has resulted in the emergence of antimicrobial resistance. A rational approach
to the pharmacotherapy of UTIs should therefore be followed and non-antimicrobial interventions be considered where possible.
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Antimicrobial, Cystitis, Pyelonephritis, Resistance, Urinary tract infection (UTI)
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Brand, S.J. 2020, 'A matter of urgency : a brief update on the aetiology and treatment of
uncomplicated urinary tract infections', South African General Practitioner, vol. 1, no. 4, pp. 135-137.