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Ialuril^® Prefill and its use in catheter therapy for the prevention of recurrent urinary tract infections

Roman Wasserbauer

Ces Urol X:X | DOI: 10.48095/cccu2026020  

Introduction: Recurrent urinary tract infections (rUTIs) represent a significant clinical problem. They are defined as ≥ 2 episodes within 6 months or ≥ 3 within 12 months, most commonly caused by uropathogenic Escherichia coli. The pathogenesis involves ascending spread, the formation of intracellular bacterial communities, and disruption of the protective glycosaminoglycan (GAG) layer of the urothelium, which significantly reduces quality of life. Methodology: This article summarizes current knowledge and recommendations from the European Association of Urology (EAU), focusing on intravesical instillation therapy to restore the...