URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS

This study tested whether an over-the-counter vaginal hygiene system could reduce the number of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in menopausal women who get them often. Eight women used the system or a control for six months. Researchers checked changes in vaginal bacteria, pH, an…

This study tested four different short antibiotic treatments for uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) in 1,000 adult women. The goal was to see which treatment works best to relieve symptoms and clear bacteria. Participants took one of four antibiotics for 1 to 5 days an…

This early-stage study tested a new oral antibiotic, GSK3882347, in 140 women with uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs). The goal was to see if the drug could safely clear the infection compared to a standard antibiotic. Results help determine if further testing is warra…

This study looked at whether treating gum disease (periodontitis) could lower prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels and reduce urinary tract infections in men with chronic prostatitis or recurrent UTIs. Sixty men were split into three groups: one received gum treatment, one got …

This study tested whether an older antibiotic called temocillin works as well as the standard carbapenem antibiotics for treating complicated urinary tract infections caused by resistant bacteria. 29 hospitalized adults received either temocillin or a carbapenem intravenously. Th…

This study tested whether a supplement made from bovine colostrum (the first milk from cows) can prevent repeated urinary tract infections (UTIs) in children. Sixty children with a history of recurrent UTIs took part. The goal was to see if this natural supplement could reduce th…

This study tested an oral antibiotic called gepotidacin in 97 adolescent and adult women with uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs). The goal was to see if it could quickly improve symptoms like pain and urgency within 24 hours. Results showed that most participants exper…

This study looked at whether a special laser treatment inside the vagina can help women with symptoms like dryness, burning, pain during sex, and bladder problems. About 100 women received the treatment and reported how their symptoms changed. The goal was to see if this laser ap…

This study looked at 27 postmenopausal women with frequent urinary tract infections (UTIs) to understand why vaginal estrogen therapy works for only about half of them. Researchers examined changes in vaginal and bladder bacteria and immune responses before and after treatment. T…

This study looked at whether changes in simple urine tests (white blood cells and nitrite) before kidney stone surgery can help predict serious infections like fever or sepsis afterward. Researchers followed 346 adults with large or complex kidney stones. The goal was to see if t…

This study followed over 18,000 Taiwanese adults to see if a vegetarian diet is linked to a lower risk of chronic diseases like dementia, depression, heart disease, stroke, gout, cataracts, gallstones, and urinary tract infections. Researchers used health insurance records to tra…

This study looked at 94 adults with recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) and non-blocking kidney stones. Patients chose either stone removal or monitoring. Researchers tracked how many UTIs occurred over the next year to see if surgery made a difference. The goal is to help …

This study looked at 147 people with kidney stones who had a positive urine culture before surgery. Doctors gave them antibiotics and checked their urine again to see if a negative culture was needed to prevent infections after surgery. The goal was to find out if waiting for the…

This study tested a program where rural hospitals connect with infection experts through video calls to improve antibiotic use. The goal was to reduce unnecessary antibiotics and fight drug-resistant germs. Eight VA medical centers took part, and researchers measured how often an…