Complicated, recurrent, and geriatric UTI.
If the patient is older or has certain underlying diseases, urinary tract infection can persist or recur, and unusual pathogens may be at work. Consider broader-spectrum coverage and a longer treatment course.
McCue
J D
JD
University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, USA.
D000367:Age Factors; D000368:Aged; D000892:Anti-Infective Agents, Urinary / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003663:Decision Trees; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012008:Recurrence; D012307:Risk Factors; D014552:Urinary Tract Infections / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000209:etiology