Pre-operative bacteriuria was not associated with post-operative infections following RARP. In contrast, post-operative bacteriuria was strongly associated with infectious complications. These findings suggest that routine pre-operative urine cultures may be unnecessary in patients without symptoms. However, post-operative bacteriuria may indicate an increased risk of infection, and urine cultures should be considered, particularly in cases with severe pyuria.
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