Construction of a patient decision aid for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infection in primary care

Construction of a patient decision aid for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infection in primary care

Abstract Background Uncomplicated urinary tract infection (uUTI) is very common among women in primary care. The risk of developing pyelonephritis remains low after uUTI, nonetheless, empiric antibiotic therapy is frequently prescribed for symptomatic purposes. This may lead to adverse effects and a...

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Main Authors: Yves-Marie Vincent, Adèle Frachon, Clotilde Buffeteau, Guillaume Conort
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-01-01
Series:BMC Family Practice
Subjects:
Uncomplicated urinary tract infection
Cystitis
Shared decision-making
Patient decision aid
Patient-centred care
Primary care
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12875-021-01374-3

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