Osteomyelitis in a General Pediatric Ward

INTRODUCTION: Pediatric acute osteomyelitis (AO) is a serious condition and a challenging diagnosis. It mainly affects previously healthy individuals and Staphylococcus aureus is the leading causative agent. The objective of this study was to characterize all pediatric AO cases admitted to a second-...

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Main Authors: Mafalda Casinhas Santos, Sara Limão, Ana Sofia Vilardouro, Clara Júlio, Florbela Cunha
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: José de Mello Saúde 2021-12-01
Series:Gazeta Médica
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Online Access:https://www.gazetamedica.pt/index.php/gazeta/article/view/497