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[Pediatric onychomycosis: Update and management]

Daniela A Alfaro S1, Carmen G González F2

  • 1Escuela de Medicina, Facultad de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile.

Revista Chilena De Pediatria
|July 31, 2020
PubMed

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Onychomycosis (OM), a fungal nail infection, is increasingly seen in children. This review addresses the scarcity of pediatric research, offering guidance on diagnosis and safe, effective treatments for this growing concern.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Pediatric Mycology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Onychomycosis (OM) is a common fungal nail infection, primarily caused by Trichophyton rubrum.
  • While unusual in children, pediatric OM prevalence is rising.
  • Limited research and guidelines exist for pediatric OM, complicating clinical management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current literature on pediatric onychomycosis.
  • To establish diagnostic methods for OM in children.
  • To provide evidence-based treatment options considering efficacy and safety in pediatric patients.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature search of diagnostic and treatment strategies for pediatric onychomycosis.
  • Analysis of national and international epidemiological data.
  • Evaluation of treatment efficacy and safety profiles in the pediatric population.

Main Results:

  • Identified key diagnostic indicators and methods for pediatric OM.
  • Summarized current epidemiological trends of childhood onychomycosis.
  • Compiled a range of treatment options with assessed safety and efficacy.

Conclusions:

  • Standardized diagnostic approaches are needed for pediatric onychomycosis.
  • Evidence-based treatment guidelines are crucial for managing childhood OM.
  • Further research is warranted to address the increasing prevalence and specific needs of pediatric patients.

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