Background and objective Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a frequent disorder of childhood, yet
the proper approach for a child with UTI is still a matter of controversy. The objective of this …

Urinary tract infection (UTI) is among the most commonly diagnosed bacterial infections of
childhood. Although frequently encountered and well researched, diagnosis and …

This Clinical Practice Guideline was retired May 2021. OBJECTIVE: To revise the American
Academy of Pediatrics practice parameter regarding the diagnosis and management of …

FROM THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS agents. Urine collected in a bag or via
a clean catch method is suitable for urinalysis (see Action Statement 2, Option 2), but such …

Background Guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend obtaining a
voiding cystourethrogram and a renal ultrasonogram for young children after a first urinary …

Background. The standard recommendation for treatment of young, febrile children with
urinary tract infection has been hospitalization for intravenous antimicrobials. The availability …

ContextThe evidence regarding risk factors for recurrent urinary tract infection (UTI) and the
risks and benefits of antimicrobial prophylaxis in children is scant. ObjectivesTo identify risk …

Objective. Establish prevalence rates of urinary tract infection (UTI) in febrile infants and
young girls in an emergency department (ED) by demographics and clinical parameters …

Importance There is a paucity of pediatric-specific comparative data to guide duration of
therapy recommendations in children with urinary tract infection (UTI). Objective To compare …

ContextUrinary tract infection (UTI) is a frequently occurring pediatric illness that, if left
untreated, can lead to permanent renal injury. Accordingly, accurate diagnosis of UTI is …