Oral spray vaccine MV140 prevents recurrent UTIs long-term
Cosmos — April 7, 2024, 03:00 AM UTC
Summary: A new oral spray-based vaccine, MV140, has shown to prevent recurrent UTIs for up to 9 years in 54% of recipients. Initial results presented at the EAU Congress reveal an average infection-free period of 54.7 months. The vaccine contains inactivated bacteria of major UTI-causing species and is administered daily for 3 months. Experts believe it could reduce antibiotic use and be a game changer in UTI prevention.
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