Nationwide survey on the management of pediatric pharyngitis in Italian emergency units.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Acute pharyngitis is a frequent reason for primary care or emergency unit visits in children. Most available data on pharyngitis management come from primary care studies that demonstrate an underuse of microbiological tests, a tendency to over-prescribe antibiotics and a risk of antimicrobial resistance increase. However, a comprehensive understanding of acute pharyngitis management in emergency units is lacking. This study aimed to investigate the frequency of rapid antigen test use to diagnose acute pharyngitis, as well as other diagnostic approaches, the therapeutic attitude, and follow-up of children with this condition in the emergency units.

Methods

A multicentric national study was conducted in Italian emergency departments between April and June 2022.

SUBMITTER: Milani GP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10481466 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature