Exploring the nexus: prevalence, risk factors, and clinical correlations of urinary tract infections in diabetes mellitus patients - a comprehensive retrospective analysis

Meltem Karslıoğlu; Merve Olpak Yılmaz

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Exploring the nexus: prevalence, risk factors, and clinical correlations of urinary tract infections in diabetes mellitus patients - a comprehensive retrospective analysis

Authors:

Meltem Karslıoğlu | Merve Olpak Yılmaz

Publisher:

MediHealth Academy Yayıncılık

Main Topics:

Bulaşıcı Hastalıklar | Klinik Mikrobiyoloji

Journal:

Anatolian Current Medical Journal Vol.6 Issue 1, pp.93-96

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

1/2024

Document Language:

English

Document ID (Org No.):

2001309920

pISSN:

2718-0115

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Abstract:

 Aims: This study investigates the frequency and associated factors of urinary tract infections UTIs in patients with diabetes mellitus DM. Methods: This retrospective chart review focused on patients with diabetes mellitus. Data collection involved demographic details, DM diagnosis, comorbidities such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and coronary artery disease, along with medication usage. Laboratory values including blood glucose and HbA1c levels were also analyzed. The primary outcome of interest was the diagnosis of UTI, identified from clinical records. Results: 173 DM patients were included in the study. These patients were divided into two groups according to the presence of UTI: 52 patients in the UTI group and 121 patients in the non-UTI group. The incidence of UTI was significantly higher in women 37.9 compared to men 10.2. No significant differences were observed between the groups in terms of age, presence of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, or coronary artery disease. Interestingly, the usage of SGLT-2 inhibitors was significantly higher in the UTI group compared to the non-UTI group 26.8 vs. 14, p0.043. No significant differences were found in other medication usage or in the levels of glucose and HbA1c between the groups. Conclusion: The study highlights the increased risk of UTIs in DM patients, particularly among women and those using SGLT-2 inhibitors. These findings suggest the need for careful monitoring and tailored approaches in managing UTIs in DM patients, considering gender and specific DM treatments.

 Aims: This study investigates the frequency and associated factors of urinary tract infections UTIs in patients with diabetes mellitus DM. Methods: This retrospective chart review focused on patients with diabetes mellitus. Data collection involved demographic details, DM diagnosis, comorbidities such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and coronary artery disease, along with medication usage. Laboratory values including blood glucose and HbA1c levels were also analyzed. The primary outcome of interest was the diagnosis of UTI, identified from clinical records. Results: 173 DM patients were included in the study. These patients were divided into two groups according to the presence of UTI: 52 patients in the UTI group and 121 patients in the non-UTI group. The incidence of UTI was significantly higher in women 37.9 compared to men 10.2. No significant differences were observed between the groups in terms of age, presence of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, or coronary artery disease. Interestingly, the usage of SGLT-2 inhibitors was significantly higher in the UTI group compared to the non-UTI group 26.8 vs. 14, p0.043. No significant differences were found in other medication usage or in the levels of glucose and HbA1c between the groups. Conclusion: The study highlights the increased risk of UTIs in DM patients, particularly among women and those using SGLT-2 inhibitors. These findings suggest the need for careful monitoring and tailored approaches in managing UTIs in DM patients, considering gender and specific DM treatments.

 Aims: This study investigates the frequency and associated factors of urinary tract infections UTIs in patients with diabetes mellitus DM. Methods: This retrospective chart review focused on patients with diabetes mellitus. Data collection involved demographic details, DM diagnosis, comorbidities such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and coronary artery disease, along with medication usage. Laboratory values including blood glucose and HbA1c levels were also analyzed. The primary outcome of interest was the diagnosis of UTI, identified from clinical records. Results: 173 DM patients were included in the study. These patients were divided into two groups according to the presence of UTI: 52 patients in the UTI group and 121 patients in the non-UTI group. The incidence of UTI was significantly higher in women 37.9 compared to men 10.2. No significant differences were observed between the groups in terms of age, presence of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, or coronary artery disease. Interestingly, the usage of SGLT-2 inhibitors was significantly higher in the UTI group compared to the non-UTI group 26.8 vs. 14, p0.043. No significant differences were found in other medication usage or in the levels of glucose and HbA1c between the groups. Conclusion: The study highlights the increased risk of UTIs in DM patients, particularly among women and those using SGLT-2 inhibitors. These findings suggest the need for careful monitoring and tailored approaches in managing UTIs in DM patients, considering gender and specific DM treatments.

 Aims: This study investigates the frequency and associated factors of urinary tract infections UTIs in patients with diabetes mellitus DM. Methods: This retrospective chart review focused on patients with diabetes mellitus. Data collection involved demographic details, DM diagnosis, comorbidities such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and coronary artery disease, along with medication usage. Laboratory values including blood glucose and HbA1c levels were also analyzed. The primary outcome of interest was the diagnosis of UTI, identified from clinical records. Results: 173 DM patients were included in the study. These patients were divided into two groups according to the presence of UTI: 52 patients in the UTI group and 121 patients in the non-UTI group. The incidence of UTI was significantly higher in women 37.9 compared to men 10.2. No significant differences were observed between the groups in terms of age, presence of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, or coronary artery disease. Interestingly, the usage of SGLT-2 inhibitors was significantly higher in the UTI group compared to the non-UTI group 26.8 vs. 14, p0.043. No significant differences were found in other medication usage or in the levels of glucose and HbA1c between the groups. Conclusion: The study highlights the increased risk of UTIs in DM patients, particularly among women and those using SGLT-2 inhibitors. These findings suggest the need for careful monitoring and tailored approaches in managing UTIs in DM patients, considering gender and specific DM treatments.

Article Details

Exploring the nexus: prevalence, risk factors, and clinical correlations of urinary tract infections in diabetes mellitus patients - a comprehensive retrospective analysis

Authors:

Meltem Karslıoğlu | Merve Olpak Yılmaz

Publisher:

MediHealth Academy Yayıncılık

Main Topics:

Bulaşıcı Hastalıklar | Klinik Mikrobiyoloji

Journal:

Anatolian Current Medical Journal Vol.6 Issue 1, pp.93-96

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

1/2024

Document Language:

English

Document ID (Org No.):

2001309920

pISSN:

2718-0115

Complication

diabetes mellitus

urinary tract infection

Issues

Article Details

Exploring the nexus: prevalence, risk factors, and clinical correlations of urinary tract infections in diabetes mellitus patients - a comprehensive retrospective analysis

Authors: Meltem Karslıoğlu | Merve Olpak Yılmaz

Publisher: MediHealth Academy Yayıncılık

Main Topics: Bulaşıcı Hastalıklar | Klinik Mikrobiyoloji

Journal: Anatolian Current Medical Journal Vol.6 Issue 1, pp.93-96

Document Type: Article

Publication Date: 1/2024

Document Language: English

Document ID (Org No.): 2001309920

pISSN: 2718-0115

Complication

diabetes mellitus

urinary tract infection

Issues

Authors:

Meltem Karslıoğlu | Merve Olpak Yılmaz

Publisher:

MediHealth Academy Yayıncılık

Main Topics:

Bulaşıcı Hastalıklar | Klinik Mikrobiyoloji

Journal:

Anatolian Current Medical Journal Vol.6 Issue 1, pp.93-96

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

1/2024

Document Language:

English

Document ID (Org No.):

2001309920

pISSN:

2718-0115