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Staphylococcus saprophyticus urinary tract infections in children
K Abrahamsson1, S Hansson, U Jodal
1Department of Paediatrics, University of Göteborg, East Hospital, Sweden.
European Journal of Pediatrics
|January 1, 1993
Summary
Staphylococcus saprophyticus urinary tract infections (UTIs) are uncommon in children. This study found these pediatric UTIs rarely present with fever and are associated with a low incidence of urinary tract anomalies.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Infectious Diseases
- Urology
Background:
- Staphylococcus saprophyticus is a common cause of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in young women.
- In males, S. saprophyticus UTIs are typically observed in the elderly population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the occurrence and characteristics of S. saprophyticus urinary tract infections in children under 16.
- To assess the association between S. saprophyticus UTIs and urinary tract anomalies in pediatric patients.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of pediatric patients diagnosed with S. saprophyticus UTI.
- Review of clinical presentations, including symptoms like dysuria and flank pain.
- Evaluation of radiological investigations for urinary tract abnormalities.
Main Results:
- S. saprophyticus UTI was identified in 59 children (45 girls, 14 boys) under 16 years old.
- Dysuria and flank/back pain were common symptoms; high fever (>38.5°C) was rare.
- Radiological investigations in 63% of cases showed no significant urinary tract anomalies.
Conclusions:
- Pediatric S. saprophyticus UTIs are infrequent and typically present without high fever.
- Children with S. saprophyticus UTI have a low likelihood of underlying urinary tract anomalies.
- These children also exhibit a reduced risk of concurrent infections by other bacterial agents.