As part of the Evaluation of Professional Practices (EPP) framework, a study has been conducted in a local hospital in western France on the prescription of urine cultures and treatment of urinary tract infections, A clinical audit was carried out in 2007 followed up by corrective measures. The actions and measures implemented as a result consisted in establishing and implementing a protocol "UTI" for managing urinary tract infections, creating a tool to assist clinicians in the diagnosis and prescription process, and raising awareness of health care professionals through quiz. The results of this work were reevaluated one year later. The reassessment highlighted improvements in prescribing practices of ECBU and subsequent associated treatments. The EPP has helped to convene and unite the participating professionals as a group, working together on a common project involving medical and paramedical staff to improve practices and quality of care.
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