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      An evaluation of the management of asymptomatic catheter-associated bacteriuria and candiduria at The Ottawa Hospital.

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          Abstract

          Asymptomatic catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) are common in hospitalized patients. They are associated with a low incidence of sequelae and morbidity, and in most patients resolve spontaneously on removal of the catheter. As a result, it is not recommended that asymptomatic catheter-associated bacteriuria or candiduria be treated with antimicrobial agents while the catheter remains in place because it may lead to the evolution of resistant flora.

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          Journal
          Can J Infect Dis Med Microbiol
          The Canadian journal of infectious diseases & medical microbiology = Journal canadien des maladies infectieuses et de la microbiologie medicale
          Hindawi Limited
          1712-9532
          1712-9532
          May 2005
          : 16
          : 3
          Affiliations
          [1 ] Department of Pharmacy, The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa, Ontario.
          Article
          10.1155/2005/868179
          2095023
          18159538
          60856f41-5dc1-4ca7-bb25-3bd467838fe2
          History

          Asymptomatic,Bacteriuria,Candiduria,Urinary catheter,Urinary tract infection

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