Understanding the Burden and Management of Urinary Tract Infections in Women

Baimakhanova B. Sadanov A. Trenozhnikova L. Balgimbaeva A. Baimakhanova G. Orasymbet S. Tleubekova D. Amangeldi A. Turlybaeva Z. Nurgaliyeva Z. Seisebayeva R. Kozhekenova Z. Sairankyzy S. Shynykul Z. Yerkenova S. Turgumbayeva A.
February 2025 Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)

Diseases
2025 #13 Issue 2

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) represent a prevalent health concern among the female population, with anatomical and physiological determinants such as a shorter urethra and its proximity to the rectum augmenting vulnerability. The presence of Escherichia coli and various other pathogens plays a significant role in the etiology of these infections, which can be aggravated by sexual intercourse and disturbances to the vaginal microbiome. The physiological alterations associated with pregnancy further elevate the likelihood of UTIs, with untreated cases potentially leading to severe complications such as pyelonephritis, preterm labor, and stillbirth. Furthermore, postmenopausal women encounter an augmented risk of UTIs attributable to estrogen deficiency and vaginal atrophy, as well as conditions including pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and urinary incontinence (UI), which hinder optimal bladder functionality. The aforementioned factors, in conjunction with the rising prevalence of cesarean deliveries and catheterization, complicate the management of UTIs. While precise diagnosis is paramount, it remains a formidable challenge, notwithstanding advancements in molecular diagnostic techniques. Management strategies encompass antibiotic-sparing therapies; however, the increasing incidence of multidrug resistance represents an alarming trend. Diverse guidelines from various medical specialties endeavor to standardize treatment approaches, yet significant inconsistencies continue to exist. This study systematically appraises the extant guidelines, evaluating the quality of evidence while identifying areas of agreement and discord to supply practitioners with effective strategies for UTI management.

cUTI , diagnosis , management , multidrug resistance , pelvic organ prolapse , postmenopausal women , pregnancy , urinary tract infections , uUTI

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LLP “Research and Production Center for Microbiology and Virology”, 105 Bogenbay Batyr Str., Almaty, 050010, Kazakhstan
Department of Outpatient Pediatrics, School of Pediatrics, S.D. Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University, 96 Tolebi Str., Almaty, 050010, Kazakhstan
Department of Public Health, S.D. Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University, 96 Tolebi Str., Almaty, 050010, Kazakhstan
Department of Propaedeutics of Childhood Diseases, School of Pediatrics, S.D. Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University, 96 Tolebi Str., Almaty, 050010, Kazakhstan
Higher School of Medicine, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, 050040, Kazakhstan

LLP “Research and Production Center for Microbiology and Virology”
Department of Outpatient Pediatrics
Department of Public Health
Department of Propaedeutics of Childhood Diseases
Higher School of Medicine

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