Concern is growing for UTI antibiotic resistance.

Just-presented research from Oregon State University in Corvallis suggests that more powerful antibiotics are used more frequently than necessary for treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infections. • An analysis of nationally representative surveys of ambulatory and emergency department visits shows that annual rates for cystitis visits were stable between 1998 and 2009; however, visits with receipt of an antibiotic significantly increased. Prescribing of first-line urinary anti-inffectives remained constant, yet quinolone use grew significantly. • Overuse of the most powerful drugs, especially quinolone antibiotics, speeds the development of bacterial resistance to these drugs, say experts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]