UTI in the neuropathic patient

Uro-neurology Academy will host a live webinar on Friday, 22nd May at 15:00. You are invited to watch the webinar from your computer or tablet. We will be live for 1 hour 15 minutes via Zoom and a recording of the session will be available following the meeting.

Webinar overview:

Urinary tract infections are a common and often recurrent complication for people with neurological conditions, particularly those with neuropathic bladder dysfunction. This live webinar will explore why neuropathic patients are more susceptible to UTIs and how this influences assessment and management in clinical practice. The session will examine conservative management strategies, catheter-related considerations, and the appropriate use of antibiotics, including duration and prophylactic approaches. In addition, the webinar will review alternative and emerging preventative options such as D-mannose, vaginal oestrogen, vaccines, and intravesical therapies. Taking a practical neuropath-focused perspective, this session aims to support clinicians in improving the management and prevention of UTIs in this complex patient group.

Webinar objectives:

• Recognise why people with neurological conditions are at increased risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs), including the impact of neuropathic bladder dysfunction and catheter use.
• Explore evidence-based approaches to the management of UTIs in neuropathic patients, including conservative strategies, appropriate antibiotic use, and relevant clinical guidelines.
• Evaluate preventative and alternative approaches to recurrent UTIs, including prophylactic antibiotics, catheter management, and emerging options such as D-mannose, vaginal oestrogen, vaccines, and intravesical therapies.