Risk Factors and Management of Urinary Tract Infections in Children Aged 3 Months to 2 Years

Pediatric urinary tract infections (UTIs) include a range of asymptomatic bacteriuria, lower UTIs (i.e., cystitis), acute pyelonephritis, acute lobar nephronia, and severe renal abscess formation. If not properly treated, pediatric UTIs can result in renal scar formation and subsequently, a deterioration of renal function. Hence, pediatric UTIs have attracted wide attention, both from the clinical and general viewpoints.1,2 To provide a clinically consistent and cost-effective practice for the diagnosis, treatment, and further management of pediatric UTIs, the British National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence, has issued guidance on these matters.
Source: Pediatrics and Neonatology - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Tags: Editorial Source Type: research