Infectious complications of prostate biopsy: winning battles but not war

ConclusionsRecent literature shows that the transrectal ultrasound-guided prostate biopsy results in higher infectious complication rate than the transperineal prostate biopsy. NAATs, recently introduced technique to detect FQr may detect all antibiotic-resistant rectal microbiota members —included MDRs—although the technique still has limitations and economical burdens. Transient solutions are escalating antibiotic prophylaxis and widening the indications for TPB.
Source: World Journal of Urology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research