A Single-Institution Experience in the Use of Chest Radiographs for Hospitalized Children Labeled as Asthma Exacerbation.

ABSTRACT: Background: Risks of diagnostic radiation have become more notable lately, particularly in young children with chronic medical conditions. This study reports on the cumulative radiation from chest radiographs in children with asthma. Its main purpose was to review our current practice and suggest minimizing the use of chest radiographs. Methods: The study was retrospective and conducted at a pediatric tertiary center. Eligibility criteria included children 2-15 y, admitted between January 2017 and December 2018 for asthma management. Results: Of the 643 children admitted as "asthma exacerbation," 243 [40% females; age (mean ± SD) 5.4±3.3 y] met the study criteria for inclusion. Ninety-two (38%) children had a temperature of 38.8±0.7°C on the day of admission. Antibioti

SUBMITTER: Beyyumi E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8416998 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature