(Audio) UTI Updates 2026: Diagnosis, Treatment & Prevention Explained

Modern urinary tract infection (UTI) care is evolving rapidly, and healthcare professionals need the latest evidence-based strategies to improve diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and patient outcomes. In this educational episode, hosted by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, we explore the modern diagnostics and management of urinary tract infections, including advances in urine testing, antimicrobial stewardship, recurrent UTI management, catheter-associated infections, and emerging technologies shaping the future of urologic care.

This episode reviews the latest approaches to identifying uncomplicated and complicated UTIs, interpreting urinalysis and urine culture results, understanding asymptomatic bacteriuria, and recognizing when antibiotics are — and are not — appropriate. We also discuss resistant organisms, biofilms, prevention strategies, patient education, and best practices for healthcare providers managing urinary symptoms across multiple care settings.

Topics covered include:
• Modern approaches to diagnosing urinary tract infections
• Urinalysis, urine cultures, PCR testing, and advanced diagnostics
• Antibiotic stewardship and resistance concerns
• Recurrent urinary tract infections (rUTI)
• Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI)
• Prevention strategies for patients and clinicians
• Complicated vs uncomplicated UTIs
• Asymptomatic bacteriuria explained
• Patient education and lifestyle considerations
• Evidence-based nursing and urology management strategies
• Future trends in UTI diagnostics and treatment

Whether you are a nurse, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, urologist, healthcare provider, student, or patient seeking reliable education, this episode delivers practical insights into one of the most common urologic conditions affecting millions worldwide.

Hosted by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, award-winning urologic nurse, educator, and host of UroNurse.

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The expert's opinions in this communication are personal and not representative of any organization. They are for informational purposes only, not official guidance. Viewers are advised to use their judgment, seek additional advice, and take responsibility for any actions based on these opinions.

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