Potential host-related risk factors for recurrent urinary tract infection in Saudi women of childbearing age.

Introduction And Hypothesis: Risk factors for recurrent urinary tract infection (rUTI) in women may differ between individuals, age, and the community. This study aimed to evaluate host related risk factors for rUTI in sexually active Saudi women during the childbearing period.

Methods: A case-control study was conducted in five healthcare centers and included married, nonpregnant women aged 18-40 years.