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Influenza in the pediatric population in Istanbul: a one center experience 2009-2014

Selda Hançerli Törün, Esin Karakılıç, Hacer Aktürk

    Epidemiologie, Mikrobiologie, Imunologie : Casopis Spolecnosti Pro Epidemiologii a Mikrobiologii Ceske Lekarske Spolecnosti J.E. Purkyne
    |June 2, 2016
    PubMed

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    Pediatric influenza patients often had chronic conditions and common symptoms like fever and cough. Annual immunization should target at-risk children, including those with neurological or pulmonary diseases.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Infectious Diseases
    • Virology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Influenza infections pose a significant health risk to children.
    • Understanding clinical characteristics is crucial for effective management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the clinical characteristics of pediatric patients hospitalized with influenza.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of hospitalized pediatric patients with confirmed influenza.
    • Data collected from October 2009 to May 2014.

    Main Results:

    • The mean age was 66 months; 54% had chronic underlying diseases.
    • Fever and cough were the most common symptoms; convulsions were frequent in influenza A.
    • Mechanical ventilation was required for 24 patients, predominantly those with underlying conditions.

    Conclusions:

    • Annual influenza immunization strategies should prioritize school-aged children and those with chronic conditions, particularly neurological and pulmonary diseases.
    • Early identification and intervention are key for managing severe pediatric influenza cases.
    Abstract

    Keywords:
    influenza virus - children - clinical characteristics.

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