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Measles enteritis in infants and children
I Tamboen1, A B Sinuhaji, A H Sutanto
1Department of Child Health, School of Medicine, University of North Sumatera/Dr. Pirngadi Hospital, Medan.
Paediatrica Indonesiana
|July 1, 1991
Summary
Measles enteritis affected 31 children, primarily those aged 6-24 months. Complications like bronchopneumonia and encephalitis significantly increased mortality rates in measles patients.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Infectious Diseases
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Measles is a significant infectious disease in children.
- Measles enteritis is a serious complication.
- Data on measles enteritis incidence and outcomes are crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the incidence and mortality of measles enteritis.
- To describe the clinical features and risk factors.
- To analyze age-specific mortality rates.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective study of 6484 pediatric admissions.
- Analysis of cases of measles enteritis from January 1987 to December 1988.
- Comparison of mortality rates based on accompanying conditions.
Main Results:
- 31 cases of measles enteritis were identified (1.2% of gastroenteritis, 37.8% of measles cases).
- Most cases (74.2%) were in infants aged 6-24 months; none under six months.
- Overall mortality was 12.9%, with higher rates for measles enteritis combined with bronchopneumonia (13.3%) and encephalitis (25.0%).
Conclusions:
- Measles enteritis is a notable complication in infants and young children.
- Age and co-existing conditions like bronchopneumonia and encephalitis are critical determinants of mortality.
- Early recognition and management are vital for improving outcomes in measles enteritis.
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