Management of Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase Urinary Tract Infections: Diagnostic and Treatment Considerations for...

OBJECTIVE: To review the treatment options for extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) urinary tract infections (UTIs) in the long-term care facility setting.
DATA SOURCES: A PubMed search from January 1, 1990, through December 31, 2018, using terms "extended spectrum beta lactamase" and "urinary tract infection" was performed. Current guidelines, drug databases, and manufacturer package inserts were also used.
STUDY SELECTION: All English-language articles during the above time frame appearing in these searches were reviewed for relevance to this paper. In addition, their bibliographies were reviewed to identify any articles not originally identified.
DATA SYNTHESIS: ESBL UTIs are a growing concern in the long-term care facility as these pathogens are becoming more prevalent. Patients residing in long-term care facilities have fewer treatment modalities because of medication administration and care issues. This review highlights the data on different antibiotics and their efficacy toward ESBLs in the setting of UTI.
CONCLUSIONS: Despite the challenges and limitations, there are still options for clinicians to provide optimal care, including antibiotics with different routes of administration, as well as different administration techniques. Clinicians can be successful with treating ESBL UTIs in older adults.