Urinary tract infection

This study aimed to see if Hiprex (methenamine hippurate) could reduce recurrent urinary tract infections in women aged 50 to 85. Participants took Hiprex daily for a year, and researchers counted infections and antibiotic use. However, the trial was terminated early with only 14…

This study tested a daily probiotic supplement containing Lactobacillus plantarum, cranberry, and vitamin C to see if it could prevent recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) in women. The trial planned to enroll 106 women with a history of frequent UTIs, but it was terminated …

This study tested whether a rapid lab test (looking for integrons in urine) could help doctors choose a narrow-spectrum antibiotic instead of a broad-spectrum one for children with fever and a urinary tract infection. The goal was to see if this approach works as well as standard…

This study looked at whether a special protocol used by community pharmacists in France can help women with simple bladder infections (cystitis) get relief more quickly. The goal was to reduce symptoms and avoid unnecessary trips to the doctor or emergency room. The study include…

This study aimed to find the best dose of the antibiotic ceftriaxone for adults with urinary tract infections in the emergency department. Researchers measured how the drug behaves in the body to ensure it stays at effective levels long enough to kill bacteria. The study was stop…

This study aimed to find substances in blood and urine that could signal kidney damage earlier than current tests. Researchers compared samples from healthy volunteers, people with low fluid levels, those at high risk for kidney failure, and patients with acute kidney failure. Th…

This study tested whether placing a reminder sticker on the charts of adult hospital patients receiving IV fluoroquinolone antibiotics would encourage doctors to switch them to oral pills sooner. The trial involved 168 patients at a single hospital in Thailand. Unfortunately, the…