Diagnostic value of biomarkers for paediatric urinary tract infections in primary care: systematic review and meta-analysis

Diagnostic value of biomarkers for paediatric urinary tract infections in primary care: systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Background Accurate diagnosis of urinary tract infection is essential as children left untreated may suffer permanent renal injury. Aim To compare the diagnostic values of biomarkers or clinical prediction rules for urinary tract infections in children presenting to ambulatory care. Design...

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Main Authors: Hanne A. Boon, Thomas Struyf, Dominique Bullens, Ann Van den Bruel, Jan Y. Verbakel
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-09-01
Series:BMC Family Practice
Subjects:
Urinary tract infections
Child
Primary health care
Diagnosis
Biomarkers
Meta-analysis
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12875-021-01530-9

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12875-021-01530-9

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