UTIs Flashcards
1
Q
host defences in the UT
A
antimicrobial effects of urine
frequent micturition
anatomical and physiological factors - valves, peristalsis…
mucosal defence barriers
2
Q
source of bacteria
A
faeces - fimbrae, resistant to phocytosis
3
Q
define recrudescence
A
infection by same strain = failed tx
4
Q
define recurrence
A
infection by new strain - animal is susceptible
