ABSTRACT
Asymptomatic bacteriuria [ASB] is common among diabetic women. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and risk factors for ASB in women with diabetes. Prospective cross-sectional study. Chahar-Mahal province, Iran One hundred women with type 2 diabetes and 100 normal women [control] who had no abnormalities of the urinary tract were recruited. Demographic data and information regarding previous history of urinary tract infections [UTIs], duration of diabetes and presence of pyuria was collected. Baseline serum creatinine and fasting blood sugar levels [FBSL] were measured. Prevalence and risk factors for ASB in normal and type 2 diabetic women. The prevalence of ASB and related risk factors in the two groups and the rate of ASB progressing to symptomatic UTI in a six-month period were evaluated. The prevalence of ASB was 20% in diabetics and 4% in control group [p < 0.05]. Pyuria was present in 80% of diabetics with ASB. Symptomatic UTI in previous year was the only risk factor for ASB [p < 0.05]. During a follow-up of six months, 40% diabetics with ASB developed to symptomatic UTI. The prevalence of ASB is increased in women with diabetes. We recommend screening for detection and treatment of ASB in diabetic women