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[Nursing care in the urticaria syndrome]
Revista Cubana De Enfermeria
|May 1, 1990
Summary
Urticarial syndrome affected 9.4% of pediatric hospitalizations, with food allergies being the primary cause in children aged 5-14. Most cases were acute urticaria, with a mean hospital stay of 5 days.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Allergology
- Epidemiology
Context:
- A retrospective study was conducted at the "Ciro Redondo García" General Hospital in Artemisa.
- Clinical histories of children hospitalized in 1988 were reviewed to assess urticarial syndrome.
- The study focused on evaluating nurse care alongside epidemiological data.
Purpose:
- To determine the incidence and characteristics of urticarial syndrome in hospitalized children.
- To identify the most frequent clinical presentation and age group affected by urticaria.
- To ascertain the primary etiological factors and duration of illness.
Summary:
- Urticarial syndrome accounted for 9.4% of pediatric hospitalizations.
- Acute urticaria was the predominant form, particularly in the 5-14 year age group.
- Food allergens were identified as the leading cause, with no chronic forms observed.
Impact:
- Provides epidemiological data on pediatric urticarial syndrome in the studied region.
- Highlights the significance of food allergies as a trigger for acute urticaria in children.
- Informs clinical practice regarding the management and prevention of childhood urticaria.