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Septicemia after transurethral prostatectomy.

D M Murphy, F R Falkiner, M Carr

    Urology
    |August 1, 1983
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    Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) can lead to septicemia, especially in patients with urinary infections and inadequate antibiotic prophylaxis. Prompt intervention is crucial to prevent severe outcomes like death.

    Area of Science:

    • Urology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Surgical Outcomes

    Background:

    • Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a common procedure for benign prostatic hyperplasia.
    • Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a known risk factor for postoperative complications.
    • Sepsis following urological procedures requires careful management and risk assessment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the incidence and causes of septicemia following transurethral resection of the prostate.
    • To identify patient factors and procedural elements associated with septicemia development.
    • To assess the mortality associated with TURP-induced septicemia.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 1,604 patients undergoing transurethral resection of the prostate.

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  • Review of patient records to identify cases of postoperative septicemia.
  • Correlation of septicemia occurrence with pre-existing urinary infections and antibiotic use.

    • Main Results:

    • Eighteen of 1,604 patients (1.1%) developed septicemia post-TURP.
    • Four deaths were directly attributed to septicemia.
    • Septicemia was linked to TURP in patients with concurrent urinary infections and inadequate antibiotic cover (11 cases).
    • Catheter removal precipitated septicemia in 7 patients, including those with initially sterile urine that became infected.

    Conclusions:

    • Transurethral resection of the prostate carries a risk of septicemia, particularly in the presence of urinary tract infections.
    • Inadequate antibiotic prophylaxis is a significant contributing factor to TURP-related septicemia.
    • Prophylactic antibiotics and vigilant monitoring for infection are essential in patients undergoing TURP, especially those with UTIs.