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Urinary tract infection in children: a review of its pathogenesis and risk factors

M. Twaij

Paediatric Department, East Surrey Hospital, Redhill, Surrey RH1 5RH, England

Urinary tract infection (UTI) is one of the commonest bacterial infections seen in children, ranking second only to those of the respiratory tract. A steady flow of urine, complete emptying of the bladder and various host defences provide the principal means of protec tion. Urinary stasis, on the other hand, provides an opportunistic environment for bacterial multiplication; several other factors also contribute to UTI, such as urinary obstruction, vesico-ureteric reflux (VUR) and other urinary tract malformations. UTI, especially in the presence of VUR, may lead to scarring of the kid ney and progressive renal disease. It is vital, therefore, to diagnose such anomalies at an early stage, the over all aim being to identify those at high risk so that mea sures may be taken to prevent serious complications and preserve renal function. Those at low risk of UTI, however, should not be over investigated; this is in order to keep invasive procedures down to a mini mum. Whenever possible, the management of high risk cases is best discussed between paediatrician, microbiologist, radiologist, urologist and the general practitioner.

Key Words: Dysuria • frequency • reflux nephropathy (RN) • urinary tract infection (UTI) • vesico-ureteric reflux (VUR)

The Journal of the Royal Society for the Promotion of Health, Vol. 120, No. 4, 220-226 (2000)
DOI: 10.1177/146642400012000408
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