Prevalence and Associated Factors of Urinary Tract Infections among Diabetic Patients: A Study at Kiryandongo Hospital, Uganda

Dickson Avuti

Faculty of Clinical Medicine and Dentistry Kampala International University Western Campus Uganda

ABSTRACT

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) pose a significant health concern, especially among individuals with diabetes mellitus. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and associated factors of UTIs among diabetic patients attending Kiryandongo Hospital in Uganda. A descriptive cross-sectional study design was employed, and data were collected using structured questionnaires. A total of 86 diabetic patients participated, with the majority being aged ≥50 years, married, and residing in rural areas. The prevalence of UTI among the studied patients was 14.0%. Age, sex, area of residence, duration of diabetes, history of UTI, and history of catheterization were identified as significant predictors of UTI. Females, older individuals, those with a longer duration of diabetes, and a history of UTI or catheterization were at higher risk of UTIs. These findings underscore the importance of screening and early treatment of UTIs in diabetic patients to mitigate associated complications and improve health outcomes. Public health interventions aimed at UTI prevention and management should be prioritized among diabetic populations. Keywords: Urinary Tract Infections; Diabetes Mellitus; Prevalence; Associated Factors; Uganda

Keywords: Urinary Tract Infections; Diabetes Mellitus; Patients, Glucose

CITE AS: Dickson Avuti (2024). Prevalence and Associated Factors of Urinary Tract Infections among Diabetic Patients: A Study at Kiryandongo Hospital, Uganda. IDOSR JOURNAL OF BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY AND PHARMACY 9(1):21-28, 2024. https://doi.org/10.59298/IDOSR/JBCP/24/91.2128