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Urinary tract infections (UTIs)

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Urinary tract infections (UTIs)

We have developed guidance based on the available evidence and national consensus to support primary care teams in managing acute and recurrent urinary tract infections. These documents have been updated to reflect the recommendations within SIGN 160 Management of suspected bacterial UTI in non-pregnant women.

  • Decision aid for diagnosis and management of suspected urinary tract infection (UTI) in people aged 65 years and over (pdf)

  • Care home UTI assessment tool (pdf)

  • Decision aid for diagnosis and management of suspected urinary tract infection (UTI) in people with indwelling catheters (pdf)

  • Management of recurrent urinary tract infection (UTI) in non-pregnant women (pdf)

  • Management of urinary tract infections in men (pdf)

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