Abstract
Asymptomatic bacteriuria (ASB) is the presence of a sufficient quantity of at least one bacterial species in the urine of a patient without any related symptoms. ASB may be diagnosed by urinalysis in a variety of settings. However, routine screening and treatment is not evidence-based in most clinical situations, and antibiotic use in this setting contributes to unintended outcomes including antimicrobial resistance. Personal and institutional practice should use a multidisciplinary approach to apply the best available evidence to minimize screening for ASB and avoid associated antimicrobial treatment.
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