A 64-year-old will undergo endoscopic transurethral resection of a bladder tumor. Urinalysis shows bacteriuria without symptoms. Appropriate plan?...

Question

A 64-year-old will undergo endoscopic transurethral resection of a bladder tumor. Urinalysis shows bacteriuria without symptoms. Appropriate plan?

Accepted Answer

Treat only after procedure if febrile

Answer

No screening needed

Answer

Screen and treat ASB prior to procedure

Answer

Start suppressive antibiotics for 1 month

Answer

Give single-dose prophylaxis regardless of culture

us-abim MCQ (SBA): Asymptomatic Bacteriuria