Urinary tract infections in pregancy
| Name | Women's hospital international and fertility centre bukoto |
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| Activity Title | Urinary tract infections in pregancy |
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| Details | Pregnancy causes changes to the urinary tract
that can make it easier for bacteria to grow.
Untreated UTIs, especially asymptomatic
bacteriuria (bacteria in the urine without
symptoms), can lead to more serious issues:
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Maternal Risks: Untreated asymptomatic
bacteriuria can progress to pyelonephritis
(kidney infection) in about 30% of cases
UTIs are also linked to a higher risk of
preeclampsia.
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Fetal Risks: There is a strong associatior
between UTIs and preterm delivery and
low birth weight. Pyelonephritis is linked
to complications like premature birth and
respiratory
Maternal Risks: Untreated asymptomatic
bacteriuria can progress to pyelonephritis
kidney infection) in about 30% of cases
UTIs are also linked to a higher risk of
preeclampsia. Fetal Risks: There is a strona association
between UTIs and preterm delivery and
low birth weight. Pyelonephritis is linked
to complications like premature birth and
respiratory |
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| Competence | Obstetrics and Gynaecology |
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| Start Date | 09-10-2026 |
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| End Date | 09-10-2026 |
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| Event Time | 09:00 AM |
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| Location | Women's hospital bukoto, board room |
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| Cost (UGX) | 0 |
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| CPD Points | 3 |
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