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[Hospital acute respiratory infections]
1Departamento de Pediatría, Hospital San Juan de Dios.
Revista Chilena De Pediatria
|July 1, 1990
Summary
Nosocomial respiratory tract infections are a concern in young children. A study found that 13 of 31 pediatric patients acquired new viral infections, including adenovirus and respiratory syncytial virus, during their hospital stay.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
- Hospital-Acquired Infections
- Virology
Context:
- Investigates nosocomial respiratory tract infections in children under two years old admitted to a Chilean hospital.
- Focuses on the first week post-admission for infection incidence.
- Examines viral and bacterial agents associated with lower respiratory tract infections.
Purpose:
- To determine the incidence of nosocomial respiratory tract infections in young children.
- To identify specific viral agents acquired during hospitalization.
- To differentiate between community-acquired and hospital-acquired infections.
Summary:
- 31 children with lower respiratory tract infections were monitored for viral and bacterial agents.
- 18 viral isolates were detected in 13 patients after admission, suggesting nosocomial acquisition.
- Commonly identified viruses included adenovirus, respiratory syncytial virus, and cytomegalovirus.
- No significant changes were observed in bacterial cultures.
Impact:
- Highlights the risk of viral nosocomial infections in pediatric patients.
- Provides data on specific viruses contributing to hospital-acquired respiratory infections in children.
- Informs infection control strategies in pediatric hospital settings.