3 Questions
What is the most common route of UTI infection?
Transurethral
Why do women have an increased incidence of UTIs?
They have a shorter urethra
In older adults, which symptoms of UTIs are less common?
Back pain and hematuria
Learn about the most common route of infection for urinary tract infections (UTIs) and the clinical manifestations associated with them. Understand how bacteria colonize the periurethral area and enter the bladder, leading to UTIs. Explore the increased incidence of UTIs in women due to penile-vaginal intercourse.
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