Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) Overview | Causes, Risk Factors, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

This video tutorial covers urinary tract infections (UTIs), including their causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. It explains the types of UTIs, such as cystitis and pyelonephritis, and discusses asymptomatic bacteriuria. The video highlights the epidemiology of UTIs, noting that females are more affected due to anatomical differences. It outlines the common bacterial causes and risk factors, such as sexual activity and catheterization. The tutorial also details the clinical features of UTIs, including urgency, frequency, and dysuria, and describes the diagnostic process using urinalysis. Finally, it covers treatment options, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing between complicated and uncomplicated UTIs.

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