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Review
. 2013 Nov;23(15):1357-64.
doi: 10.1016/j.purol.2013.09.002. Epub 2013 Oct 21.

[Anti-infective treatments in urology]

[Article in French]
F Bruyère  1 , J-P Boiteux, A Sotto, G Karsenty, C Bastide, L Guy, J-P Lavigne
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[Anti-infective treatments in urology]

[Article in French]
F Bruyère et al. Prog Urol. 2013 Nov.

Abstract

Objective: To define the terms of use of vaccines, probiotics, and cranberry in urology.

Materials and methods: A literature search was conducted on MEDLINE for all these treatments used in urology. Modes of action, indications in urology and adverse effects have been detailed for each treatment.

Results: Vaccines have been published in urinary tract infections. Products for bacterial interference such as probiotics are also used, their properties are described. As for the cranberry widely used in recurrent urinary tract infections, efficacy and mode of action are discussed.

Conclusion: The anti-E. coli vaccines, cranberry and probiotics may be useful in urinary tract infection.

Keywords: Canneberge; Cranberry; Infection urinaire; Probiotic; Probiotique; Urinary infection; Vaccin; Vaccine.

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