A Cross-Sectional Study on Spectrum of Bacteria Causing Urinary Tract Infections and Their Sensitivity Pattern in Patients with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms at Akash Hospital

Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are identified as a broad group of conditions encompassing a wide range of specific discomforts and functional issues related to the bladder and urethra1. As previously discussed, these symptoms include frequency, nocturia, urgency, strangury, urge incontinence, stress incontinence, nocturnal enuresis, hesitancy, reduced urinary stream, intermittency, straining, incomplete emptying, hematuria, post-micturition dribble, and dysuria. While LUTS can arise from various causes, urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a significant contributor. The study in question is specifically designed to address critical aspects of UTIs that directly impact the effective management of these conditions. The primary objective of this research is to investigate the spectrum of bacteria responsible for causing urinary tract infections and to determine their sensitivity patterns. This means the study aims to identify which specific types of bacteria are commonly found in UTIs and, crucially, to understand how these bacteria respond to different antimicrobial treatments. Understanding the bacterial spectrum is vital because different bacteria may require different therapeutic approaches. Furthermore, determining their