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BackTable / Urology / Podcast / Episode #144
Recurrent UTIs: Controlling Those Nasty Little Bladder Infections
with Dr. Anne Cameron
In this crossover episode of BackTable OBGYN with Urology, Dr. Suzette Sutherland, Director of Female Urology at the University of Washington, and Dr. Anne Cameron, Professor of Urology at the University of Michigan, share their insights on the prevention and management of urinary tract infections (UTIs).
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2023, December 27). Ep. 144 – Recurrent UTIs: Controlling Those Nasty Little Bladder Infections [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com
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Podcast Contributors
Dr. Anne Cameron
Dr. Anne Cameron is a urologist and assistant professor with University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor.
Dr. Suzette Sutherland
Dr. Suzette Sutherland is the director of female urology with UW Medicine in Seattle, Washington.
Synopsis
First, they emphasize the importance of dispelling misconceptions about recurrent UTIs being a result of poor hygiene or incorrect behaviors, explaining that they can stem from genetic or hormonal risk factors. Dr. Cameron describes her algorithm for managing UTIs in specific patient populations. She further discusses the impact of factors such as fluid intake, bowel habits, and vaginal health on the incidence of UTIs. Dr. Cameron also highlights the potential for UTIs in diabetic patients on certain medications and the importance of a collaborative approach with diabetic healthcare teams. Additionally, the doctors explore various treatment strategies, such as cranberry supplements and gentamicin bladder installations, cautioning against antibiotic overuse due to the risk of resistance.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
02:13 - Understanding UTIs: Definitions, Symptoms, and Prevalence
04:39 - Recurrent UTIs: Definitions, Causes, and Treatment Challenges
12:00 - Understanding Asymptomatic Bacteriuria
15:00 - Cystitis vs. Pyelonephritis vs. Urosepsis
20:57 - Antimicrobial Resistance and Antibiotic Stewardship
24:36 - Treatment Guidelines for UTIs
31:13 - Self-start Antibiotic Therapy for UTIs
34:37 - Preventing UTIs: Hydration, Lifestyle Factors, and Bowel Health
38:33 - The Connection Between Vaginal Health and UTIs
42:40 - The Role of Supplements in UTI Prevention: D-Mannose and Cranberry, and Methenamine Hippurate
57:18 - Identification and Treatment of UTIs in Patients with Indwelling Catheters
01:00:04 - The Role of Gentamicin Bladder Installations in UTI Prevention
01:04:27 - The Impact of Diabetes Medications on UTIs
Resources
AUA Guidelines for UTI Treatment:
https://www.auanet.org/guidelines-and-quality/guidelines/recurrent-uti
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