Immune-Based Treatment Strategies for Patients with Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections – Where Are We?
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Urinary tract infections (UTI) are among the most common bacterial infections in humans. Approximately 50%-60% of adult women experience a UTI during their lifetime. Further‐ more, a significant number of patients can be characterized as having recurrent UTIs if they meet the criteria of ≥2 uncomplicated UTIs in 6 months or ≥3 positive cultures within the preceding 12 months. Applying this definition, it is estimated that recurrent UTIs affect 25% of women with a history of UTI.
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