New approaches in the treatment of urinary tract infections.

Our increased understanding of the pathophysiology of urinary tract infections (UTIs) have not only challenged our past approaches to the management of UTIs but also have enhanced our skills to diagnose and control the great majority of UTIs simply, quickly, and cost-effectively. Single-dose treatment is increasingly replacing traditional 10 to 14 days treatment for UTIs. Recurrent UTIs are better understood and becoming more manageable. Newer antibiotics are proving to be very promising and effective with minimal risk of development of resistant strains.