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[Staphylococcal toxic shock in children].

G Blondin1, E Bingen, N Lambert

  • 1Clinique de Pédiatrie, Hôpital Robert-Debré, Paris.

Archives Francaises De Pediatrie
|November 1, 1989
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Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) can occur in children following injury or surgery. Early diagnosis and understanding Staphylococcus aureus toxin involvement are crucial for managing this severe condition.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Toxicology

Background:

  • Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a severe, multi-system illness.
  • Staphylococcus aureus is a common pathogen implicated in TSS.
  • The role of toxins, like TSST-1, in TSS pathogenesis is well-established.

Observation:

  • This report details two pediatric cases of TSS.
  • TSS onset occurred 5-10 days post-medical intervention (surgery or injury).
  • Clinical presentation aligned with the 1982 CDC case definition for TSS.

Findings:

  • Staphylococcus aureus strains producing toxic shock syndrome toxin (TSST) were isolated from the infection sites in both cases.
  • The study confirms the etiological role of TSST-producing Staphylococcus aureus in pediatric TSS.

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  • Mediators like Interleukin-I and Tumor Necrosis Factor are implicated in the severe manifestations of TSS.

    • Implications:

    • These cases highlight that TSS can manifest following seemingly unrelated events like accidental injury or surgery.
    • The latency period between inciting event and TSS onset can vary.
    • Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for TSS in pediatric patients presenting with compatible symptoms, even with a delayed onset.