Recurrent UTI's (308/1700)

What advice would you give for the parents of a child with repeated UTI?
a. Surgery
b. Prophylactic antibiotics
c. Increase fluids
d. Toilet training
e. Laxatives
























answer: B

1.2.2 Prevention of recurrence

1.2.2.1 Dysfunctional elimination syndromes and constipation should be addressed in infants and children who have had a UTI.

1.2.2.2 Children who have had a UTI should be encouraged to drink an adequate amount.

1.2.2.3 Children who have had a UTI should have ready access to clean toilets when required and should not be expected to delay voiding.

1.2.3 Antibiotic prophylaxis

1.2.3.1 Antibiotic prophylaxis should not be routinely recommended in infants and children following first-time UTI.

1.2.3.2 Antibiotic prophylaxis may be considered in infants and children with recurrent UTI.

1.2.3.3 Asymptomatic bacteriuria in infants and children should not be treated with prophylactic antibiotics.