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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a frequent complication in ischemic stroke patients, leading to worse outcomes and increased healthcare costs.
  • Effective management strategies are crucial to mitigate these adverse effects in post-stroke care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of a bladder management protocol in reducing 30-day UTI incidence among ischemic stroke patients.
  • To assess the impact of protocol adherence on UTI rates within this patient population.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective study was conducted at Singapore General Hospital's acute stroke unit.
  • A multidisciplinary team developed a bladder management protocol focused on early detection and management of urinary retention to avoid catheterization.
  • 30-day UTI incidence was measured pre- and post-intervention, with monthly UTI rates analyzed for protocol compliance impact.

Main Results:

  • The 30-day UTI rate significantly decreased from 9.0% pre-intervention to 5.6% post-intervention (p < 0.001).
  • Patients with UTI experienced a longer median hospital stay (18 days) compared to those without UTI (4 days).
  • Higher protocol compliance rates correlated with significantly lower 30-day UTI incidence.

Conclusions:

  • A nurse-led bladder management protocol effectively reduces UTIs in ischemic stroke patients by avoiding urinary catheterization.
  • Adherence to the bladder management protocol is a critical factor in achieving reduced UTI rates.