Urolog. pro Praxi, 2010; 11(4): 192-195

Clinical practice during hospitalization for urinary tract infection

MUDr.Kateřina Bartoníčková

Urologická klinika 2. LF a FN Motol, Praha

Hospitalization for urinary tract infection is required in patients with acute urinary tract infection in whom a serious course and possible

complications of the disease are expected. The diagnosis is a result of clinical, morphological and laboratory findings. It is very important

to identify the causative agent; however, the treatment of acute infections is initiated immediately on an empirical basis and targeted

additionally based on the findings of microbiological assessment. Primarily, the aim of morphological diagnosis in urology is to rule out

an obstruction. Without management of the obstruction or drainage of the pus collection, further treatment is unlikely to be successful.

In terms of medication treatment, it is essential, in addition to selecting an appropriate antibiotic, to establish a correct dosage regimen

and stabilize the patient‘s general condition.

Keywords: urinary tract infection, antibiotic treatment

Published: September 1, 2010  Show citation