Exploring Paediatric Acute Febrile Illnesses in Tertiary Care Center
International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)

International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)
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Exploring Paediatric Acute Febrile Illnesses in Tertiary Care Center

Dr. Pooja G., Dr. Abhijeet Shrivastava, Dr. Maheswari, Dr. Kumaran S. S.


Abstract: Introduction: Pediatric febrile illnesses pose a significant threat to children's health, leading to substantial hospital admissions, morbidity, and mortality. Diagnosing these illnesses is a daunting task for clinicians and laboratories alike. Methodology: This prospective study, conducted at Sri Lakshmi narayana Hospital in pondicherry, India, between January 2024 and May 2024, enrolled 150 children aged 1 - 12 years. Results: The study included total 150 participants. Majority of the participants were males (57%). In total 18.6% suffered from unidentified infection sources. Pneumonia was the most predominant (21.3%). UTIs were the most common SBI in children under 3 years. Bacteremia occurred in 5.33% of patients. Conclusion: SBIs were identified in 23 hospitalized children (15.33%), with UTIs being the most common SBI. Children in this age group presenting with toxic symptoms should be thoroughly evaluated for SBIs.


Keywords: Paediatric febrile illness, Serious bacterial infections, Child health, Pneumonia in children, Urinary tract infections


Edition: Volume 13 Issue 11, November 2024


Pages: 1545 - 1548


DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/SR241125200247



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Dr. Pooja G., Dr. Abhijeet Shrivastava, Dr. Maheswari, Dr. Kumaran S. S., "Exploring Paediatric Acute Febrile Illnesses in Tertiary Care Center", International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Volume 13 Issue 11, November 2024, pp. 1545-1548, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR241125200247, DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/SR241125200247

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