Urinary tract infections with ________ are frequently complicated by the formation of kidney stones.
A) Escherichia coli
B) Bacteroides species
C) Proteus mirabilis
D) Klebsiella pneumoniae
E) Salmonella species

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Out of the options provided, Proteus mirabilis is most commonly associated with the formation of kidney stones due to its ability to hydrolyze urea, leading to the production of ammonia and an increase in urine pH. This creates an environment favorable for the precipitation of minerals and the formation of stones in the urinary tract. While other bacteria may cause urinary tract infections, they are not as strongly associated with the formation of kidney stones.

Urinary Tract Infections with ________ Are Frequently Complicated by the Formation