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UTI Linked to Short-Term Spike in MI, Storke

Analysis of microbiologically confirmed UTIs reveals a transient increase in cardiovascular event rates, especially within 7 days of infection onset.

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  1. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can increase short-term risk of myocardial infarction (MI) and stroke.
  2. Highest risk occurs within the first 7 days post-UTI.
  3. Study analyzed data from 51,660 MI and 58,150 stroke patients.
  4. 2,320 MI and 2,840 stroke patients had confirmed UTIs.
  5. Escherichia coli infection linked to higher stroke risk.
  6. Study suggests need for interventions in primary care to reduce cardiovascular risk from UTIs.

Source: BMJ Open

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