Intraabdominal infections in pediatrics

Authors

  • Andrea Carolina Zárate Vergara
  • Irina Suley Tirado Pérez

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61651/rped.2018v70n2p30-38

Keywords:

Intraabdominal Infections, Pediatrics, General Surgery

Abstract

Introduction: Intra-abdominal infections are common throughout the world, they are considered one of the main causes of consultation in the emergency room, they are related to infectious and inflammatory processes which can limit to an intra-abdominal organ or extend into the cavity, implying complications which increase morbidity and mortality.

Materials and methods: We conducted a search in databases such as CENTRAL Y MEDLINE, of reviews of topics, management guidelines, articles and statistical analysis, in English, where 280 references were found. After a first look of the articles through their abstracts included in the year 2000-2017 period, were finally selected 42 articles in full text covering the topic in its entirety that met the requirements of search.

Results and conclusions: Intra-abdominal infections constitute a heterogeneous group of common pathologies in Pediatrics, the diagnosis early reduces the complications, it is the first review of this issue in our country.

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Published

2018-12-31

How to Cite

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Zárate Vergara AC, Tirado Pérez IS. Intraabdominal infections in pediatrics. Rev Peru Pediatr [Internet]. 2018 Dec. 31 [cited 2025 Jun. 7];70(2):30-8. Available from: https://pediatria.pe/index.php/pedperu/article/view/296

Issue

Vol. 70 Num. 2 (2018)

Section

REVIEW

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