A STUDY ON URINARY TRACT INFECTION IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS IN TERTIARY CARE CENTER HOSPITAL IN JHARKHAND

Dr. Azhar Ul Haque Shahi; Dr. Najmun Nisa; Dr. Upendra Prasad Sahu

Volume : IX, Issue : II, February - 2020

A STUDY ON URINARY TRACT INFECTION IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS IN TERTIARY CARE CENTER HOSPITAL IN JHARKHAND

Dr. Azhar Ul Haque Shahi, Dr. Najmun Nisa, Dr. Upendra Prasad Sahu

Abstract :

Introduction– Urinary tract infection (UTI) is one of the most common bacterial infections seen in patient. It may lead to renal scarring, hypertension, and end–stage renal disease. Aim– The aim of the present study was to assess the prevalence and changing susceptibility pattern of urinary pathogens in feile pediatrics patients. Methods and Material– Urine specimen was collected in a sterile container with sterile precaution and used for microscopic examination (pyuria detection) and for culture and sensitivity Results– A total of 340 Children (1month to 5yrs) were evaluated in the study. Significant pyuria was seen in 72 and 36 were culture positive. Most common organism isolated was E.coli. Conclusion–To successfully eradicate UTI by empirical therapy, knowledge of local etiologic agents and their antibiotic susceptibility is of great importance.