Where Does Urosepsis Come from?

Urosepsis is sepsis caused by infections of the urinary tract, including cystitis, or lower urinary tract and bladder infections, and pyelonephritis, or upper urinary tract and kidney infections. Nearly 25 percent of sepsis cases originate from the urogenital tract.

How does Urosepsis start?

Urosepsis starts with the development of a UTI. UTIs most often occur when bacteria enter your urinary tract through your urethra, the tube through which urine exits the body. Bacteria can get into the urethra commonly through sexual activity.

What is the most common cause of sepsis?

Bacterial infections cause most cases of sepsis. Sepsis can also be a result of other infections, including viral infections, such as COVID-19 or influenza.