About this course

Urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in any part of the urinary system – the kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder and urethra. The clinical manifestations vary depending on the part of the urinary system that is affected. This e-learning module summarizes the different urinary tract infections in adults and the appropriate diagnosis and treatment options available.

Learning outcomes

• Differentiate the different forms of urinary tract infections in adults
• Determine the diagnosis and treatment of these infections

Topics covered

• Acute uncomplicated cystitis
• Acute uncomplicated pyelonephritis
• Asymptomatic bacteriuria in adults
• Asymptomatic bacteriuria in UTI in pregnancy
• Complicated UTI
• Catheter-Associated UTI
• Renal and Perinephric abscess