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[Campylobacter jejuni gastroenteritis. 1 year's case review]
Anales Espanoles De Pediatria
|December 1, 1983
Summary
Campylobacter jejuni infections are common in infants, particularly during their first year of life. Routine stool testing for Campylobacter is recommended for children with diarrhea.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Infectious Diseases
- Microbiology
Background:
- Campylobacter gastroenteritis is a significant cause of diarrheal illness in children.
- It is more prevalent than Salmonella gastroenteritis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the incidence of Campylobacter jejuni in infants with diarrhea.
- To describe the clinical and epidemiological features of Campylobacter infections in this age group.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of 229 diarrheal stool samples from children aged 1-18 months over 12 months.
- Clinical data collection on symptoms and outcomes.
Main Results:
- Campylobacter jejuni was isolated in 19.21% of samples.
- Peak incidence occurred in the first year of life.
- Diarrhea was universal (100%), with 25% exhibiting bloody stools.
Conclusions:
- Campylobacter jejuni is a frequent pathogen in infant diarrhea.
- Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for favorable outcomes.
- Routine microbiological investigation for Campylobacter is advised for all infants presenting with diarrheal symptoms.