The effectiveness of cranberry products to reduce urinary tract infections in females: a literature review

Urol Nurs. 2013 Jan-Feb;33(1):38-45.

Abstract

Cranberry products, especially cranberry juice, have been posited to prevent or treat urinary tract infections (UTIs) in females. Antimicrobial resistance has been correlated to repeated antibiotic treatment. Thus, evaluating cranberry products as a possible alternative to conventional antibiotic therapy is appropriate. This review of the literature evaluated research in which cranberry-based products are used to prevent or treat UTIs.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Beverages*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Urinary Tract Infections / diet therapy
  • Urinary Tract Infections / nursing*
  • Urinary Tract Infections / prevention & control*
  • Vaccinium macrocarpon*