Abstract

Urinary tract infection is responsible for major morbidity and mortality in the patients with the bladder dysfunction. Several factors appear to be responsible for an increased risk of infection in the bladder dysfunction. Significant residual urine, elevated intravesical pressure, frequent exposure to antibiotics and catheter use contribute to an increased risk of symptomatic urinary tract infection. The goals of lower urinary tract management in voiding dysfunction patients include achieving complete bladder emptying, maintenance of low intravesical pressures. Through these measures the aim is to prevent renal damage, while maximizing the patient's quality of life and independence.

• Keywords: Urinary tract infection, Urination, Dysfunction