Prevention of Recurrent UTIs

On this week's GameChangers episode, we discuss prevention of recurrent UTIs, including whether use of d-mannose or antibiotics are effective.  The GameChangerRecurrent urinary tract infections plague some women throughout their lives. There are ways to prevent recurrent UTIs, however a recent study determined that d-mannose is not effective. We discuss what is effective.  GuestGeoff Wall, PharmD, BCPS, FCCP, BCGPProfessor of Pharmacy Practice, Drake UniversityInternal Medicine/Critical Care, UnityPoint Health Referenced-Mannose for Prevention of Recurrent Urinary Tract Infection Among WomenA Randomized Clinical Trial Pharmacist Members, REDEEM YOUR CPE HERE! Not a member? Get a Pharmacist Membership & earn CE for GameChangers Podcast episodes! (30 mins/episode)CPE Information Learning ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:1. Describe non-pharmacologic strategies proven to decrease recurrent UTIs.2. Discuss selection of an antibiotic and a selected patient for continuous prophylaxis.0.05 CEU/0.5 HrUAN: 0107-0000-24-220-H01-PInitial release date: 07/08/2024Expiration date: 07/08/2025Additional CPE details can be found here.Follow CEimpact on Social Media:LinkedInInstagram