Prophylactic oral antibiotics do not reduce cholangitis incidence in patients with biliary atresia
Antibiotics do not prevent infection after Kasai portoenterostomy surgery
This meta-analysis of 516 patients with biliary atresia who underwent Kasai portoenterostomy found that prophylactic oral antibiotics did no…
New data shows that giving oral antibiotics does not prevent infections in children with biliary atresia after surgery.
Several risk factors including early-life antibiotic use and maternal OCP exposure increase allergic rhinitis risk
Several Risk Factors Linked to Children with Allergic Rhinitis
This umbrella review of systematic reviews and meta-analyses synthesizes evidence regarding 75 risk factors for pediatric allergic rhinitis.…
New research identifies various factors, like early-life antibiotic use and air pollution, that are linked to a higher risk of allergic rhin…
Impact of Mechanical Bowel Preparation and Oral Antibiotics on Rectal Surgery Outcomes
Antibiotics and bowel prep lower infection risk for rectal tumors
Meta-analysis of 7,516 patients shows that combined mechanical bowel preparation and oral antibiotics significantly reduce surgical site inf…
Combining oral antibiotics with bowel preparation before surgery can significantly lower the risk of infections and complications for patien…
Short-course IV or oral antibiotics may match longer regimens for pediatric bone and joint infections
Short Antibiotic Courses May Work for Children With Bone Infections
This meta-analysis of 6 studies (813 children) found no significant difference in treatment success between short-course intravenous therapy…
Short-course intravenous antibiotics or oral treatments may be as effective as longer IV treatments for children with uncomplicated bone and…
Inhaled antibiotics may improve lung function and microbiological eradication in cystic fibrosis and bronchiectasis
Inhaled Antibiotics May Improve Lung Health in Chronic Lung Conditions
This meta-analysis evaluated the efficacy of inhaled antibiotics for patients with cystic fibrosis, non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis, and …
Inhaled antibiotics may improve lung function and clear infections for people with cystic fibrosis and other chronic lung conditions.
Antibiotics and supportive care effectively treat 2 cases of emphysematous cystitis
Antibiotics and Sugar Control Treat Rare Bladder Infection
This case report describes 2 patients with emphysematous cystitis and diabetes mellitus who were effectively treated with antibiotics, stric…
Two diabetes patients with a rare bladder infection recovered after antibiotics and strict blood sugar control. Early diagnosis is key.
Upadacitinib shows rapid improvement in refractory acrodermatitis continua of Hallopeau
Upadacitinib Shows Promise for Treatment of Chronic Skin Condition
This case report and literature review describes a 54-year-old man with a 13-year history of isolated acrodermatitis continua of Hallopeau (…
A new case report shows how a specific medication helped a man with a rare, long-term skin condition and nail inflammation.
Comparing antimicrobial resistance to COVID-19 does not reduce antibiotic seeking intentions in US adults
Comparing Antibiotic Resistance to COVID-19 May Not Change Patient Behavior
This randomized online survey of 972 US adults evaluated three messaging types regarding antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and the COVID-19 pan…
Comparing the threat of antibiotic resistance to the COVID-19 pandemic did not change how many people intended to seek unnecessary antibioti…
Short-course antibiotics cut complication risk by half in pediatric osteoarticular infections
Short Antibiotic Courses May Lower Risks for Children with Bone Infections
This meta-analysis of 2240 pediatric patients found that short-course antibiotic treatment for uncomplicated osteoarticular infections was a…
Children with uncomplicated bone infections may face fewer complications when treated with a shorter course of antibiotics instead of long-t…
Early postnatal antibiotic exposure increases BPD risk in very preterm infants across 11 studies
Early Antibiotic Exposure Linked to Risks for Very Preterm Infants
This meta-analysis of 11 studies indicates that early postnatal antibiotic exposure is associated with an increased risk of bronchopulmonary…
Early antibiotic use in very preterm infants is linked to higher risks of lung issues, intestinal damage, and mortality.
Interprofessional collaboration and education are essential components of an effective response to antimicrobial resistance in oral healthcare
Interprofessional Collaboration Helps Fight Antibiotic Resistance in Oral Healthcare
This mini-review examines the factors contributing to antimicrobial resistance (AMR) within oral healthcare settings, including microbial ec…
Better communication between doctors, dentists, and pharmacists may help reduce the spread of antibiotic resistance during oral healthcare t…
Corticosteroids, IVIG, antibiotics, and mechanical ventilation are associated with higher odds of invasive pulmonary aspergillosis
Corticosteroids and IVIG Linked to Higher Risk of Lung Infection
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 10 articles evaluates the risk of invasive pulmonary aspergillosis (SAPA) in patients with sever…
New data shows that certain treatments like corticosteroids and IVIG are linked to a higher risk of lung infections in patients with SFTS.