The struggle to diagnose UTI in children under two in primary care

Judith van der Voort; Adrian Edwards; R. G. Roberts; K Verrier Jones

doi:10.1093/fampra/14.1.44

Abstract

GPs frequently do not investigate for UTI in febrile children due to practical difficulties, lack of awareness and financial costs. National guidelines need to be disseminated and implemented effectively to reach target groups. Further scope for research into a simple, cheap method to collect and test urine has been highlighted as a priority to improve early diagnosis of UTI. Management of UTI in primary care can be improved with carefully evaluated strategies and this could lead to a reduction in the prevalence of renal scarring.

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MedicinePrimary carePrimary health carePrimary (astronomy)Family medicinePediatricsIntensive care medicineEnvironmental health

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Year: 1997
Type: article
Volume: 14
Issue: 1
Pages: 44-48
Citations: 37
Access: Closed

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                                    Judith van der Voort, 
                                
                                    Adrian Edwards, 
                                
                                    R. G. Roberts
                                
                                et al.
                            
                            (1997). 
                            The struggle to diagnose UTI in children under two in primary care. 
                            Family Practice
                            , 14
                            (1)
                            , 44-48.
                            https://doi.org/10.1093/fampra/14.1.44
                        

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DOI: 10.1093/fampra/14.1.44