scholarly journals Urinary tract infection among pregnant women in Al-Mukalla district, Yemen

2005 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 505-510
Author(s):  
A. M. Al Haddad
Keyword(s):  
Escherichia Coli ◽  
Urinary Tract Infection ◽  
Pregnant Woman ◽  
Urinary Tract ◽  
Tract Infection ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Maternity Hospital ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Sensitivity Tests ◽  
Culture And Sensitivity

Urinary tract infection [UTI] is a common problem in pregnant woman. This study examined the frequency of UTI in 137 pregnant women attending Al Mukalla maternity hospital from January to June 2002. Urine samples were examined for UTI microscopically and by culture, and sensitivity tests were done for the organisms isolated using a range of antibiotics. Information on age, trimester, parity and number of pregnancies were also collected for each woman. This study showed that 30% of the women suffered from UTI; Escherichia coli was the most frequently isolated organism [41.5%], and it was highly susceptible to chloramphenicol, ciprofloxacin, ceftizoxime and amikacin. Of the variables examined, 53.7% of the infected women were in the age group 15-24 years, 48.8% were in their 3rd trimester and 75.6% had 1-3 children

scholarly journals Prevalence of Urinary Tract Infection among Adult Females in Omu-Aran South-West Nigeria

2020 ◽  
pp. 16-24
Author(s):  
Ndako James A. ◽  
Akinyomade Owolabi ◽  
Oludolapo Olatinsu ◽  
Adedapo O. Omolade ◽  
Ilochi Ifeanyi
Keyword(s):  
Escherichia Coli ◽  
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa ◽  
Urinary Tract Infection ◽  
Candida Albicans ◽  
Urinary Tract ◽  
Tract Infection ◽  
Klebsiella Pneumoniae ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Bacterial Growth ◽  
Proteus Species

Background: Urinary tract infection is caused by the presence and replication of microorganisms in the urinary tract. Urinary tract infection is a major health problem among females especially among pregnant women and this is caused by the physiological makeup of the female urinary tract. Objective: This study was designed to assess the epidemiology of UTIs present amidst pregnant women and females residing in the Omu-Aran community. Materials and Methods: A total of 100 individuals were involved of which 50 were pregnant women while the remaining 50 were non-pregnant females. Semi-structured questionnaires were distributed to all participants to obtain their data. Samples of urine (early morning midstream) were collected in universal bottles from participants. The urine specimens were cultured on four different agar plates which were; cystein lactose electrolyte deficient agar, blood agar, MacConkey agar and nutrient agar for significant bacteria growth. Microscopic and macroscopic examination was also carried out on the samples for possible detection of infections. Results: The result of the culture showed a significant bacterial growth of 77% and 23% of the samples collected showed no significant bacterial growth. Bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Staphylococcus spp., Proteus species, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Candida albicans were isolated. With Staphylococcus aureus predominantly present and observed as the causative factor for (45.4%) occurrence of UTIs, closely followed by Staphylococcus saprophyticus (13.0%), Escherichia coli (13.0%), Klebsiella pneumoniae (9.1%) Proteus species (9.1%), Staphylococcus epidermidis (7.8%) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa (1.3%). However the only fungi isolated was Candida albicans showing (1.3%) prevalence, Candida is the most common cause of fungal infections in humans. Conclusion: Results obtained in this work showed a high prevalence of Urinary tract infection at our study location. A prompt enlightenment campaign and need for periodic check among females is highly advocated to reduce or out rightly eliminate the spread of common uropathogens in circulation.

scholarly journals Asymptomatic Bacteriuria among Pregnant Women Attending a Tertiary Care Hospital in Western Nepal: A Cross-sectional Prospective Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (01) ◽  
pp. 38-42
Author(s):  
Shristi Raut ◽  
Sulochana Khatiwada ◽  
Narayan GC
Keyword(s):  
Escherichia Coli ◽  
Urinary Tract Infection ◽  
Urinary Tract ◽  
Tract Infection ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Asymptomatic Bacteriuria ◽  
Urine Samples ◽  
Diffusion Method ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Significant Bacteriuria

INTRODUCTION Urinary tract of female undergoes tremendous changes during pregnancy which increases their risk of acquiring infection. Asymptomatic bacteriuria is a common entity among pregnant women which refers to significant bacteriuria (>105 bacteria per ml of urine) without any typical symptoms of urinary tract infection. Asymptomatic bacteriuria can lead to various maternal and fetal complications if not detected and treated on time. MATERIAL AND METHODS Total 280 urine samples were collected in sterile universal containers from pregnant women not showing typical symptoms of urinary tract infection at the time of sample collection. Urine samples were inoculated in both MacConkey agar and Blood agar by semi quantitative culture method. Culture plates were reported after 24 hours of incubation at 370C. Bacteria isolated were subjected to antibacterial susceptibility testing by modified Kirby-Bauer disc diffusion method. RESULTS Out of 280 urine cultures, 213 samples were sterile. Significant bacteriuria was seen in 25 cases (8.9%) followed by insignificant bacteriuria (20, 7.14%) and contamination (17, 6.10%). Highest number of cultures positive were in age group 21-30 years (19, 9.1%,). Out of 25 cases of significant bacteriuria, 60% were primigravida and 40% were multigravida. The most common organism isolated was Escherichia coli (10, 60%) followed by Klebsiella pneumoniae (5, 40%). CONCLUSION Screening of all pregnant women for asymptomatic bacteriuria is essential during their antenatal checkup. Escherichia coli is the commonest organism that cause asymptomatic bacteriuria. Appropriate antibiotic therapy is absolutely necessary for positive cases on the basis of antimicrobial susceptibility result to prevent unwanted obstetric complications.

Maternal and perinatal complications in pregnant women with urinary tract infection caused by Escherichia coli

2018 ◽  
Vol 44 (8) ◽  
pp. 1384-1390 ◽  
Author(s):  
José G. Dautt-Leyva ◽  
Adrian Canizalez-Román ◽  
Luis F. Acosta Alfaro ◽  
Fernando Gonzalez-Ibarra ◽  
Joel Murillo-Llanes
Keyword(s):  
Escherichia Coli ◽  
Urinary Tract Infection ◽  
Urinary Tract ◽  
Tract Infection ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Perinatal Complications

scholarly journals Incidence of Urinary Tract Infection among Diabetic Patients in Abakaliki Metropolis

2020 ◽  
pp. 117-121
Author(s):  
Stella Chinenye Kama ◽  
Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu ◽  
M. N. Alo ◽  
Kingsley Chinedum Ochei ◽  
Uchenna Modestus Ezugwu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Escherichia Coli ◽  
Urinary Tract Infection ◽  
Urinary Tract ◽  
Tract Infection ◽  
University Teaching ◽  
Klebsiella Pneumonia ◽  
Urine Specimen ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Tract Infections

The investigation of urinary tract infection (UTI) among diabetic patients 15-51 years and above was assessed using 100 mid-stream urine specimen with the objective of isolating and identifying different types of bacteria and their respective frequencies among diabetic patients attending diabetic clinic at Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki. A urine culture was performed combined with a full report of urine to establish the diagnosis. The result showed that the majority of bacteria in urinary tract infections were in 27-32 years of age group (71.4%) and lowest in 15-20 years age group (0%). The predominant bacteria isolates and their percentage occurrences include; Escherichia coli (39.13%), Klebsiella pneumonia (21.74%), Proteus (8.69%), Pseudomonas aeruginosa (8.69%), Streptococcus (8.69%), Staphylococcus aureus (6.52%), Enterococcus faecalis (4.25%). There was a high prevalence of the isolated organisms in female (47.7%) compared to males (36%). It follows that most predominant agent of UTI in diabetic patients in Abakaliki Metropolis is Escherichia coli followed by Klebsiella pneumonia.

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