Point-of-care C-reactive protein test results in acute infections in children in primary care: an observational study

Point-of-care C-reactive protein test results in acute infections in children in primary care: an observational study

Abstract Background Acute infections are a common reason for children to consult primary care. Serious infections are rare but differentiating them from self-limiting illnesses remains challenging. This can lead to inappropriate antibiotic prescribing. Point-of-care C-reactive protein testing is use...

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Main Authors: Liselore De Rop, Tine De Burghgraeve, An De Sutter, Frank Buntinx, Jan Y Verbakel
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-11-01
Series:BMC Pediatrics
Subjects:
Child
Point-of-care systems
C-reactive protein
Acute illness
Serious infections
Primary care
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12887-022-03677-5

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12887-022-03677-5

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