The emotional impact of urinary tract infections in women: a qualitative analysis.

Larissa GrigoryanAruni MulgirigamaMarcy PowellGuido Schmiemann

Published in: BMC women's health (2022)

Our research uncovered emotions of helplessness and dread experienced by women in the context of uUTI clinical treatment failure and recurrent uUTIs. Knowing patients' perspectives on UTI management will help guide the development of patient education and improve shared decision-making.

Keyphrases

urinary tract infection
polycystic ovary syndrome
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
pregnancy outcomes
prognostic factors
peritoneal dialysis
quality improvement
patient reported outcomes
breast cancer risk
patient reported