USMLE Step 2 CK Lecture Notes 2019: Obstetrics/Gynecology (Kaplan Test Prep)

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ASYMPTOMATIC BACTERIURIA


Asymptomatic bacteriuria is the most common UTI in pregnancy. If not treated,
30% of cases will develop acute pyelonephritis.


Clinical Findings. No symptoms or signs are present.


Diagnosis is made with a positive urine culture showing >100K colony-forming
units (CFU) of a single organism.


Treatment. Single-agent, outpatient oral antibiotics.

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