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Risk factors for bacteriuria in men

M Riehmann1, B Goetzman, E Langer

  • 1Department of Surgery, University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, Madison.

Urology
|May 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Institutionalized men with higher functional levels are not at high risk for bacteriuria. Increased postvoid residual urine volume (PVR) alone does not predispose individuals to this condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Geriatrics
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Bacteriuria is a common concern in institutionalized populations.
  • Identifying risk factors is crucial for effective prevention and management strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate potential risk factors for bacteriuria in a cohort of institutionalized men.
  • To evaluate the association between benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), diabetes mellitus (DM), bladder outlet obstruction symptoms, and postvoid residual urine volume (PVR) with bacteriuria.

Main Methods:

  • A study was conducted on 99 institutionalized men (mean age 71 years).
  • Participants were assessed for BPH, DM, bladder outlet obstruction symptoms, and PVR.
  • Urine cultures were performed, and prior urinalysis results were reviewed.

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Main Results:

  • 30 residents presented with bacteriuria.
  • Bacteriuria showed no correlation with age, PVR, BPH, DM, or urinary symptoms.
  • No significant association was found between PVR and bacteriuria.

Conclusions:

  • Competent institutionalized residents with higher functional levels do not appear to be at high risk for bacteriuria.
  • The hypothesis that increased PVR predisposes to bacteriuria is not supported by this study's findings.