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Bacteriuria in pregnancy.

T F Patterson1, V T Andriole

  • 1Department of Medicine, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut.

Infectious Disease Clinics of North America
|December 1, 1987
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Pregnant women with bacteriuria should be screened and treated early to prevent symptomatic urinary tract infections (UTIs). Early treatment of bacteriuria is crucial for maternal and fetal health, reducing risks associated with UTIs during pregnancy.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Urology

Background:

  • Pregnancy-induced urinary tract changes increase susceptibility to infections.
  • Asymptomatic bacteriuria is a primary risk factor for symptomatic urinary tract infections (UTIs) in pregnant women.
  • Symptomatic UTIs pose significant risks to both maternal and fetal well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To emphasize the importance of screening for and treating bacteriuria in pregnant women.
  • To highlight the risks associated with untreated bacteriuria and symptomatic UTIs.
  • To recommend effective diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for bacteriuria during pregnancy.

Main Methods:

  • Screening all pregnant women for bacteriuria at the first antenatal visit using dipstick cultures.

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  • Implementing short-course antibiotic therapy for bacteriuria.
  • Performing repeat cultures post-treatment to confirm bacteriuria eradication.

    • Main Results:

    • Short-course therapy demonstrates efficacy comparable to prolonged treatment regimens.
    • Successful treatment of bacteriuria prevents the development of symptomatic UTIs.
    • Persistent or recurrent bacteriuria suggests potential renal involvement or structural abnormalities.

    Conclusions:

    • Universal screening and prompt treatment of bacteriuria are essential in antenatal care.
    • Effective management of bacteriuria reduces maternal and fetal complications.
    • Further urologic evaluation is warranted for cases of persistent or recurrent infections.