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[Microbial intestinal disturbances in children with frequent acute complicated pneumonia]
Abstract:
In the investigation designed to study intestinal microflora in children with acute complicated pneumonia having developed against the background of frequently recurring diseases such as acute respiratory infections, 91.1 percent of pediatric examinees demonstrated microecologocal disturbances in the intestines, with grade III dysbacteriosis in 46.6 percent. In that case the enterocolitic syndrome in pneumonia should be regarded as a clinical manifestation of disturbances in biocenosis of the intestines, in the functional capability of its microflora. Intestinal dysbacteriosis aggravates the course of acute complicated pneumonia in children at early ages and warrants a purposive therapy normalizing the intestinal microflora.
Insights
Pediatric acute complicated pneumonia is frequently linked to intestinal dysbiosis, affecting over 91% of children. This gut microflora imbalance worsens pneumonia severity and requires targeted therapy to restore intestinal balance.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Pediatric Pulmonology
- Gastroenterology
Context:
- Acute complicated pneumonia in children often occurs with recurrent respiratory infections.
- Intestinal microflora plays a crucial role in overall health and disease progression.
Purpose:
- To investigate the prevalence and impact of intestinal microflora disturbances in children with acute complicated pneumonia.
- To determine the relationship between intestinal dysbacteriosis and the severity of pneumonia in pediatric patients.
Summary:
- A study of children with acute complicated pneumonia revealed significant intestinal microecological disturbances in 91.1% of cases.
- Grade III dysbacteriosis was observed in 46.6% of the pediatric participants.
- Enterocolitic syndrome in pneumonia is considered a clinical sign of intestinal biocenosis disturbances and impaired microflora function.
Impact:
- Intestinal dysbacteriosis exacerbates acute complicated pneumonia in young children.
- Therapeutic normalization of intestinal microflora is warranted for improved pneumonia outcomes.
- Findings highlight the importance of addressing gut health in pediatric respiratory infections.