Approximately 10-27% of patients undergoing gynecologic surgeries develop a catheter
associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) in the post operatory period, as bladder
catheterization is a common practice in gynecologic surgery. Cranberry products provide
alternative means for preventing CAUTI and could result in decreased use of antimicrobials.
In this pilot study we will enroll 200 women post gynecologic surgery and randomize them to
take either cranberry powder capsules or placebo powder capsules. The low risk of harm
associated with using cranberry to reduce UTI coupled with its potential benefit makes it a
desirable intervention for the prevention of CAUTI. The conduct/ results of this pilot
/feasibility study will prepare us for the conduct of a large scale clinical trial.
Phase:
Phase 2
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Betsy Foxman
Collaborators:
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) University of Michigan