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Clinico-bacteriological study of pyodermas in children.

N Kakar1, V Kumar, G Mehta

  • 1Department of Dermatology and STD, Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi, India.

The Journal of Dermatology
|June 25, 1999
PubMed
Summary

This study investigated childhood pyodermas, finding Staphylococcus aureus and beta-hemolytic streptococci as primary causes. Antibiotic sensitivity testing revealed high resistance to penicillin but effectiveness of newer agents, highlighting changes in pediatric skin infections.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Dermatology
  • Clinical Microbiology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Pyodermas are common bacterial skin infections in children.
  • Understanding causative agents and antibiotic resistance is crucial for effective treatment.
  • Socioeconomic factors and hygiene play a role in pyoderma prevalence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the clinical and bacteriological aspects of pyodermas in children.
  • To identify the predominant microorganisms causing pyodermas.
  • To determine the antibiotic sensitivity patterns of isolated bacteria.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical and bacteriological investigation of 100 pediatric pyoderma cases.
  • Nasal and throat swabs collected for bacteriological examination.

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  • Antibiotic sensitivity testing performed on isolated bacterial strains.

    • Main Results:

    • Staphylococcus aureus (48%) and beta-hemolytic streptococci (36%) were the main causative agents.
    • Impetigo and infected scabies were common presentations.
    • High resistance to penicillin (85.9%) was observed, with sensitivity to netilmycin, ofloxacin, and ciprofloxacin.

    Conclusions:

    • A shift in pyoderma-causing organisms and their antibiotic sensitivities in children is noted.
    • Endogenous nasal and throat flora correlate with pyoderma causation.
    • Effective treatment strategies require updated knowledge of local antibiotic resistance patterns.