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S Bavetta1, O Olsha, J Fenely

  • 1Department of Medicine, Lewisham Hospital, London, UK.

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|September 1, 1990
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A cystoscopy performed without antibiotics during a urinary tract infection led to severe systemic infections. This resulted in vertebral osteomyelitis and a mycotic false aneurysm, highlighting potential risks.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Medical Complications

Background:

  • A 54-year-old male patient presented with hematuria.
  • A urinary tract infection (UTI) was diagnosed.

Observation:

  • Despite the confirmed UTI, cystoscopy was performed without prior or concurrent antibiotic treatment.
  • The patient subsequently developed a systemic infection.

Findings:

  • The systemic infection led to two critical complications: vertebral osteomyelitis and a mycotic false aneurysm.
  • Both complications were potentially fatal, indicating a severe adverse outcome.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the critical importance of antibiotic prophylaxis before invasive procedures in patients with active infections.

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  • Adherence to infection control protocols is crucial to prevent iatrogenic complications and systemic spread.
  • Highlights the potential for severe sequelae from seemingly routine urological procedures in the context of untreated infections.