Case Report

New onset of recurrent urinary tract infection (in a low-risk patient) after a routine colonoscopy with polypectomy: A case study

  • Ozioma C. Nwosu-Izevbekhai
  • School of Nursing, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, United States
* Correspondence:
Abstract:

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are prevalent nosocomial infections, contributing significantly to morbidity and healthcare costs. While colonoscopies are essential for colorectal cancer screening, they can occasionally lead to infections. This case study examines recurrent UTIs in a 77-year-old postmenopausal female following a routine colonoscopy with polypectomy. It highlights the potential role of translocated endogenous Escherichia coli. The case identifies risk factors and proposes strategies to mitigate colonoscopy-related complications, advocating for risk-identification tools to reduce morbidity. The role of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) in prevention and management is also explored.

  • Keywords:
  • Advanced practice registered nurse; Bacterial translocation; Colonoscopy; Infection prevention; Nosocomial infection; Polypectomy; Urinary tract infection
DOI: 10.63564/jnep.v15n6p62
  • How to cite this article: Ozioma C. Nwosu-Izevbekhai. New onset of recurrent urinary tract infection (in a low-risk patient) after a routine colonoscopy with polypectomy: A case study. Journal of Nursing Education and Practice. 2025;15(6):62-66.

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