Don't restrict Urine Sampling in kids With Unexplained Fever to Detect UTI: Study
Written By : Hina Zahid
Medically Reviewed By : Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli
Published On 2021-09-21 03:30 GMT | Update On 2021-09-21 03:30 GMT
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Accurate diagnosis of urinary tract infection in children is essential because children left untreated can experience permanent renal injury. Urinary tract infections often remain undetected in children, especially in infants, given their inability to verbally describe symptoms and the difficulty of obtaining a clean urine sample.
Researchers have found in a systematic review that Physicians should not restrict urine sampling to children with unexplained fever or other features suggestive of urinary tract infection. Few clinical signs and symptoms are useful for diagnosing or ruling out urinary tract infection in children. Clinical prediction rules might be more accurate; however, they should be validated externally.
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