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Organisms causing urinary tract infection in pediatric patients at Ayub Teaching Hospital Abbottabad

Azhar Munir Qureshi1

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Ayub Teaching Hospital, Abbottabad. azhar22010@hotmail.com

Journal of Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad : JAMC
|June 3, 2005
PubMed

Insights

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in children, particularly females. Escherichia coli is the most frequent cause, highlighting the need for ongoing surveillance and prompt treatment to prevent severe outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric infectious diseases
  • Microbiology
  • Nephrology

Background:

  • Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a prevalent pediatric condition.
  • Untreated UTIs can lead to significant renal injury, scarring, and end-stage renal failure.
  • Identifying causative agents is crucial for effective management in children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the specific microorganisms responsible for UTIs in pediatric patients.
  • To establish the prevalence of different bacterial pathogens causing UTIs in the study population.
  • To inform treatment strategies and reduce UTI-related morbidity and mortality.

Main Methods:

  • A study was conducted on 100 pediatric patients (neonatal to 15 years) presenting with suspected UTI.
  • Urine samples were analyzed using colony count and culture techniques.
  • Patients were treated at the Pediatric units of Ayub Teaching Hospital, Abbottabad.

Main Results:

  • The most common pathogen identified was Escherichia coli (71.0%).
  • Other significant organisms included Klebsiella (13%), Proteus (11%), and Staphylococcus (4%).
  • Proteus was exclusively isolated from male patients, while UTIs were more common in females overall, except in neonates.

Conclusions:

  • UTI remains a significant health concern in pediatric populations.
  • Regular, large-scale studies are necessary to track microbial patterns and guide timely treatment.
  • Prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential to mitigate UTI-related complications in children.
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