Tip - Complications of Untreated Chronic UTI in the Elderly | LIVESTRONG.COM

The urinary tract includes the kidneys, bladder and urethra, the canal that drains the bladder. All of these are subject to bacterial infection, known as a urinary tract infection, or UTI. The elderly are especially susceptible to frequent, chronic or recurring UTIs. If left untreated, UTIs can cause serious complications.