Cranberry vs. antibiotic: which prevents UTIs better after surgery?
NCT ID NCT03522961
First seen Nov 17, 2025 · Last updated Jun 14, 2026 · Updated 32 times
Summary
This study compares cranberry tablets to the antibiotic nitrofurantoin for preventing urinary tract infections (UTIs) after gynecologic surgery. About 142 women with pelvic organ prolapse or urinary incontinence will take either cranberry capsules or nitrofurantoin daily for 28 days after surgery. The goal is to see if cranberry is as effective as the antibiotic at preventing UTIs.
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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