Recent studies have suggested that a short course of antibiotics, compared to longer durations, are just as efficacious for many common infections. The appropriate duration of urinary tract infections for men, by definition complicated, is uncertain due to the risk of developing secondary prostatitis. A new study evaluates 7 vs 14 days of antibiotic treatment of UTIs in men without fever.
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References and resources: Drekonja DM, Trautner B, Amundson C, Kuskowski M, Johnson JR. Effect of 7 vs 14 Days of Antibiotic Therapy on Resolution of Symptoms Among Afebrile Men With Urinary Tract Infection: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA. 2021;326(4):324–331. doi:10.1001/jama.2021.9899
Continuing Education Information:
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the potential complications of urinary tract infections in men that are different than women
2. Implement the findings of this study into a clinical practice
0.05 CEU | 0.5 Hrs
ACPE UAN: 0107-0000-21-316-H01-P
Initial release date: 9/14/21
Expiration date: 9/14/22
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