Pseudomonas aeruginosa bloodstream infections in children: a 9-year retrospective study

Conclusion:P. aeruginosa BSI mainly occurred in immunocompromised children. Most infections were hospital-acquired and associated with high mortality. Combination therapy did not improve survival.What is Known:•P. aeruginosa bloodstream infection (BSI) is associated with high hospital mortality. Empirical combination therapy is commonly used but its benefit remains debated.What is New:•This is the largest cohort of Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteraemia in children ever published. P. aeruginosa Bloodstream mainly occurred in immunocompromised children. Most infections were hospital-acquired and associated with high mortality. Combination therapy did not improve survival.

Source: European Journal of Pediatrics - July 10, 2020 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research