1
|
Newland JG. Starting with empirical oral antibiotics for paediatric bone and joint infections. THE LANCET. CHILD & ADOLESCENT HEALTH 2024; 8:612-613. [PMID: 39142736 DOI: 10.1016/s2352-4642(24)00191-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2024] [Revised: 07/14/2024] [Accepted: 07/15/2024] [Indexed: 08/16/2024]
Affiliation(s)
- Jason G Newland
- Department of Pediatrics, Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 43205, USA.
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Zhao C, Guan Z, Jiang Q, Wu W, Wang X. Predictive value of PAR and PNI for the acute complicated course of pediatric acute hematogenous osteomyelitis. J Pediatr (Rio J) 2024; 100:533-538. [PMID: 38677322 DOI: 10.1016/j.jped.2024.04.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2023] [Revised: 03/25/2024] [Accepted: 04/11/2024] [Indexed: 04/29/2024] Open
Abstract
OBJECTIVE Platelet to albumin ratio (PAR) and prognostic nutritional index (PNI) are potential indicators for evaluating nutritional and inflammatory status. This study aimed to examine the relationship between PAR and PNI and the acute complicated course of acute hematogenous osteomyelitis (AHO). METHODS AHO patients were divided into the simple course group and the acute complicated course group. The patient's gender, age, site of infection, body temperature, laboratory results, and pathogen culture results were collected and compared. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to determine the independent risk factors of the acute complicated course group. The receiver operating characteristic curve was applied to determine the optimal cut-off value. RESULTS In total, 101 AHO patients with a median age of 7.58 years were included. There were 63 cases (62.4 %) in the simple course group and 38 cases (37.6 %) in the complicated course group. Binary logistic regression analysis revealed that PAR and PNI were independent risk factors for predicting the acute complicated course of AHO (p = 0.004 and p < 0.001, respectively). Receiver operating characteristic curve analysis demonstrated that the combination of PAR and PNI had an area under the curve of 0.777 (95 % CI: 0.680-0.873, p < 0.001) with a cut-off value of 0.51. CONCLUSIONS The incidence of acute complicated courses was significantly higher in patients with high PAR and low PNI. A combined factor greater than 0.51, derived from PAR and PNI measurements within 24 h of admission, may be useful for predicting AHO patients who are likely to develop severe disease.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Chaochen Zhao
- Children's Hospital of Soochow University, Department of Orthopaedics, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China
| | - Zhiye Guan
- Shanghai Jiao Tong University, School of Medicine, Shanghai Children's Hospital, Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai, China
| | - Qizhi Jiang
- Children's Hospital of Soochow University, Department of Orthopaedics, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China
| | - Wangqiang Wu
- Children's Hospital of Soochow University, Department of Orthopaedics, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China
| | - Xiaodong Wang
- Children's Hospital of Soochow University, Department of Orthopaedics, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China.
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Nielsen AB, Holm M, Lindhard MS, Glenthøj JP, Borch L, Hartling U, Schmidt LS, Rytter MJH, Rasmussen AH, Damkjær M, Lemvik G, Petersen JJH, Søndergaard MJ, Thaarup J, Kristensen K, Jensen LH, Hansen LH, Lawaetz MC, Gottliebsen M, Horsager TH, Zaharov T, Hoffmann TU, Nygaard T, Justesen US, Stensballe LG, Vissing NH, Blanche P, Schmiegelow K, Nygaard U. Oral versus intravenous empirical antibiotics in children and adolescents with uncomplicated bone and joint infections: a nationwide, randomised, controlled, non-inferiority trial in Denmark. THE LANCET. CHILD & ADOLESCENT HEALTH 2024; 8:625-635. [PMID: 39025092 DOI: 10.1016/s2352-4642(24)00133-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2024] [Revised: 05/26/2024] [Accepted: 05/27/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Bone and joint infections (BJIs) are treated with intravenous antibiotics, which are burdensome and costly. No randomised controlled studies have compared if initial oral antibiotics are as effective as intravenous therapy. We aimed to investigate the efficacy and safety of initial oral antibiotics compared with initial intravenous antibiotics followed by oral antibiotics in children and adolescents with uncomplicated BJIs. METHODS From Sept 15, 2020, to June 30, 2023, this nationwide, randomised, non-inferiority trial included patients aged 3 months to 17 years with BJIs who presented to one of the 18 paediatric hospital departments in Denmark. Exclusion criteria were severe infection (ie, septic shock, the need for acute surgery, or substantial soft tissue involvement), prosthetic material, comorbidity, previous BJIs, or antibiotic therapy for longer than 24 h before inclusion. Patients were randomly assigned (1:1), stratified by C-reactive protein concentration (<35 mg/L vs ≥35 mg/L), to initially receive either high-dose oral antibiotics or intravenous ceftriaxone (100 mg/kg per day in one dose). High-dose oral antibiotics were coformulated amoxicillin (100 mg/kg per day) and clavulanic acid (12·5 mg/kg per day) in three doses for patients younger than 5 years or dicloxacillin (200 mg/kg per day) in four doses for patients aged 5 years or older. After a minimum of 3 days, and upon clinical improvement and decrease in C-reactive protein, patients in both groups received oral antibiotics in standard doses. The primary outcome was sequelae after 6 months in patients with BJIs, defined as any atypical mobility or function of the affected bone or joint, assessed blindly, in all randomised patients who were not terminated early due to an alternative diagnosis (ie, not BJI) and who attended the primary outcome assessment. A risk difference in sequelae after 6 months of less than 5% implied non-inferiority of the oral treatment. Safety outcomes were serious complications, the need for surgery after initiation of antibiotics, and treatment-related adverse events in the as-randomised population. This trial was registered with ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT04563325. FINDINGS 248 children and adolescents with suspected BJIs were randomly assigned to initial oral antibiotics (n=123) or initial intravenous antibiotics (n=125). After exclusion of patients without BJIs (n=54) or consent withdrawal (n=2), 101 patients randomised to oral treatment and 91 patients randomised to intravenous treatment were included. Ten patients did not attend the primary outcome evaluation. Sequelae after 6 months occurred in none of 98 patients with BJIs in the oral group and none of 84 patients with BJIs in the intravenous group (risk difference 0, one-sided 97·5% CI 0·0 to 3·8, pnon-inferiority=0·012). Surgery after randomisation was done in 12 (9·8%) of 123 patients in the oral group compared with seven (5·6%) of 125 patients in the intravenous group (risk difference 4·2%, 95% CI -2·7 to 11·5). We observed no serious complications. Rates of adverse events were similar across both treatment groups. INTERPRETATION In children and adolescents with uncomplicated BJIs, initial oral antibiotic treatment was non-inferior to initial intravenous antibiotics followed by oral therapy. The results are promising for oral treatment of uncomplicated BJIs, precluding the need for intravenous catheters and aligning with the principles of antimicrobial stewardship. FUNDING Innovation Fund Denmark and Rigshospitalets Forskningsfond.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Allan Bybeck Nielsen
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark; Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital, Hvidovre, Denmark
| | - Mette Holm
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
| | - Morten S Lindhard
- Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Regional Hospital Randers, Randers, Denmark
| | - Jonathan P Glenthøj
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Hillerød University Hospital, Hillerød, Denmark
| | - Luise Borch
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Gødstrup Hospital, Gødstrup, Denmark; NIDO Centre for Research and Education, Gødstrup Hospital, Herning, Denmark
| | - Ulla Hartling
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Hans Christian Andersen Children's Hospital, Odense, Denmark
| | - Lisbeth S Schmidt
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Herlev University Hospital, Herlev, Denmark; Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
| | - Maren J H Rytter
- Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark; Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Slagelse Hospital, Slagelse, Denmark
| | - Annett H Rasmussen
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Hans Christian Andersen Children's Hospital, Odense, Denmark
| | - Mads Damkjær
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Lillebaelt Hospital, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Kolding, Denmark; Department of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
| | - Grethe Lemvik
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Viborg Regional Hospital, Viborg, Denmark
| | - Jens J H Petersen
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Esbjerg Central Hospital, Esbjerg, Denmark
| | - Mia J Søndergaard
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
| | - Jesper Thaarup
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
| | - Kim Kristensen
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Zealand University Hospital, Nykobing Falster, Denmark
| | - Lise H Jensen
- Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark; Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Zealand University Hospital, Roskilde, Denmark
| | - Lotte H Hansen
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Aabenraa Hospital, Aabenraa, Denmark
| | - Marie C Lawaetz
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
| | - Martin Gottliebsen
- Department of Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
| | - Tanja H Horsager
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark; Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Viborg Regional Hospital, Viborg, Denmark
| | - Tatjana Zaharov
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Zealand University Hospital, Nykobing Falster, Denmark
| | - Thomas U Hoffmann
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital, Hvidovre, Denmark
| | - Tobias Nygaard
- Department of Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
| | - Ulrik S Justesen
- Department of Clinical Microbiology, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
| | - Lone G Stensballe
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark; Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
| | - Nadja H Vissing
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
| | - Paul Blanche
- Department of Biostatistics, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
| | - Kjeld Schmiegelow
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark; Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
| | - Ulrikka Nygaard
- Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark; Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Cirks BT, Claunch KM, DePerrior S, Poitras B, Adams DJ. Microbiology and Epidemiology of Orbital Cellulitis in Pediatric and Young Adult Patients. Mil Med 2024:usae394. [PMID: 39172646 DOI: 10.1093/milmed/usae394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2024] [Revised: 07/08/2024] [Accepted: 08/13/2024] [Indexed: 08/24/2024] Open
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Using data from the large and geographically diverse Military Health System (MHS) beneficiary population, we aimed to characterize and update the epidemiology and microbiology of pediatric orbital cellulitis given previous data are limited to small, single-center studies. MATERIALS AND METHODS Following institutional review board approval, we performed a retrospective analysis using the Military Health System admissions, microbiology, and pharmacy data between June 2009 and September 2019. Patients less than 22 years of age with radiological confirmation of orbital cellulitis were included. Demographic data, presence of sinusitis, advanced imaging reports, blood and wound culture results with antibiotic susceptibilities, and antibiotic prescriptions were collected. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize demographic characteristics. Imaging findings were grouped by Chandler's stage (CS), an imaging-based measure of the progressive severity of orbital involvement. A Cochran-Armitage trend test was used to evaluate the relationship between CS and likelihood of positive confirmatory culture. RESULTS There was a male predominance (66.9%) and 55.5% of subjects had comorbid sinusitis. Of the 130 subjects included, 33.8% had one or more positive cultures, 30.8% had a positive wound culture, and 4.6% had a positive blood culture. The most identified organism was coagulase-negative staphylococci (23.3%), followed by Staphylococcus aureus (18.9%), Streptococcus intermedius (17.8%), and strict anaerobes as a group (13.3%). Gram-negative organisms were rare. Twenty-five percent of S. aureus were methicillin-resistant. Clindamycin resistance was identified in 9% of all S. aureus, 50% of coagulase-negative staphylococci, and 25% of S. intermedius. Clindamycin plus ceftriaxone was the most prescribed empiric antibiotic regimen (36.2%). Likelihood of a positive culture significantly increased with advancing CS. CONCLUSIONS Orbital cellulitis occurs most frequently in males with sinusitis. Likelihood of positive wound culture is increased with a more advanced CS. Staphylococcus and Streptococcus spp. and anaerobes are the most identified pathogens in orbital cellulitis, while gram-negative organisms are rare. Empiric antibiotic selection should include an anti-methicillin-resistant S. aureus agent combined with a broad-spectrum beta-lactam and anaerobic coverage.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Blake T Cirks
- Department of Pediatrics, Madigan Army Medical Center, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98431, USA
| | - Kevin M Claunch
- Department of Pediatrics, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD 20889, USA
| | - Sarah DePerrior
- Battelle Memorial Institute, Defense Centers for Public Health-Portsmouth, Portsmouth, VA 23708, USA
- Defense Health Agency Public Health, Defense Centers for Public Health-Portsmouth, Portsmouth, VA 23708, USA
| | - Beth Poitras
- Defense Health Agency Public Health, Defense Centers for Public Health-Portsmouth, Portsmouth, VA 23708, USA
| | - Daniel J Adams
- Department of Pediatrics, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Antonson M, Klingemann L, Neemann K. Bartonella henselae Hepatic Abscesses and Associated Osteomyelitis in a Pediatric Patient. Case Rep Infect Dis 2024; 2024:7810497. [PMID: 39135548 PMCID: PMC11319044 DOI: 10.1155/2024/7810497] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2023] [Revised: 07/17/2024] [Accepted: 07/18/2024] [Indexed: 08/15/2024] Open
Abstract
Bartonella henselae is a Gram-negative bacillus transmitted to humans via cat saliva or scratch. Cat scratch disease, the typical clinical manifestation of B. henselae infection, presents as localized cutaneous or regional lymphadenopathy. Rare, atypical presentations, generally reflecting bloodborne disseminated disease, can include hepatosplenic, cardiac, ocular, neurologic, or musculoskeletal involvement. Here, we present a case of disseminated B. henselae with hepatic abscesses and associated ischial osteomyelitis in an immunocompetent 2-year-old male patient. Although osteomyelitis is a rare manifestation of B. henselae infection, it should be included in the differential diagnosis in pediatric patients presenting with fever of unknown origin and musculoskeletal pain, especially in the setting of cat exposure. Hepatic involvement of B. henselae infection is associated with significant morbidity; therefore, abdominal imaging is critical in the diagnostic workup. This patient was successfully treated after a 6-week course of azithromycin and rifampin, as evidenced by symptom resolution and improved fluid collections on repeat imaging. While most cases of B. henselae resolve without treatment, in severe or disseminated infection such as this case, antibiotics such as azithromycin and rifampin should be considered for treatment.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Molly Antonson
- College of MedicineUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
| | - Lauren Klingemann
- College of MedicineUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
| | - Kari Neemann
- Division of Pediatric Infectious DiseaseUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Okpala OE, Rondevaldova J, Osei-Owusu H, Kudera T, Kokoskova T, Kokoska L. Susceptibility of Staphylococcus aureus to Anti-Inflammatory Drugs with a Focus on the Combinatory Effect of Celecoxib with Oxacillin In Vitro. Molecules 2024; 29:3665. [PMID: 39125072 PMCID: PMC11314137 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29153665] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2024] [Revised: 07/26/2024] [Accepted: 07/30/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024] Open
Abstract
Musculoskeletal infections (MIs) are among the most difficult-to-treat staphylococcal diseases due to antibiotic resistance. This has encouraged the development of innovative strategies, such as combination therapy, to combat MI. The aim of this study was to investigate the in vitro antistaphylococcal activity of anti-inflammatory drugs and the combined antimicrobial effect of celecoxib and oxacillin. The minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) of 17 anti-inflammatory drugs against standard strains and clinical isolates of S. aureus, including methicillin-resistant strains (MRSAs), were determined using the broth microdilution method. The fractional inhibitory concentration indices (FICIs) were evaluated using checkerboard assays. Celecoxib produced the most potent antistaphylococcal effect against all tested strains (MICs ranging from 32 to 64 mg/L), followed by that of diacerein against MRSA3 and MRSA ATCC 33592 (MIC 64 mg/L). Several synergistic effects were observed against the tested S. aureus strains, including MRSA (FICI ranging from 0.087 to 0.471). The strongest synergistic interaction (FICI 0.087) was against MRSA ATCC 33592 at a celecoxib concentration of 2 mg/L, with a 19-fold oxacillin MIC reduction (from 512 to 26.888 mg/L). This is the first report on the combined antistaphylococcal effect of celecoxib and oxacillin. These findings suggest celecoxib and its combination with oxacillin as perspective agents for research focused on the development of novel therapies for MI caused by S. aureus. This study further indicates that celecoxib could resensitize certain MRSA strains, in some cases, to be susceptible to β-lactams (e.g., oxacillin) that were not previously tested. It is essential to mention that the in vitro concentrations of anti-inflammatory drugs are higher than those typically obtained in patients. Therefore, an alternative option for its administration could be the use of a drug delivery system for the controlled slow release from an implant at the infection site.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Onyedika Emmanuel Okpala
- Department of Crop Sciences and Agroforestry, Faculty of Tropical AgriSciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Kamycka 129, Suchdol, 165 00 Prague, Czech Republic; (O.E.O.); (J.R.); (H.O.-O.)
| | - Johana Rondevaldova
- Department of Crop Sciences and Agroforestry, Faculty of Tropical AgriSciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Kamycka 129, Suchdol, 165 00 Prague, Czech Republic; (O.E.O.); (J.R.); (H.O.-O.)
| | - Hayford Osei-Owusu
- Department of Crop Sciences and Agroforestry, Faculty of Tropical AgriSciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Kamycka 129, Suchdol, 165 00 Prague, Czech Republic; (O.E.O.); (J.R.); (H.O.-O.)
| | - Tomas Kudera
- Drift-Food Research Centre, Faculty of Agrobiology, Food and Natural Resources, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Kamycka 129, Suchdol, 165 00 Prague, Czech Republic;
| | - Tersia Kokoskova
- Department of Animal Science and Food Processing, Faculty of Tropical AgriSciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Kamycka 129, Suchdol, 165 00 Prague, Czech Republic;
| | - Ladislav Kokoska
- Department of Crop Sciences and Agroforestry, Faculty of Tropical AgriSciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Kamycka 129, Suchdol, 165 00 Prague, Czech Republic; (O.E.O.); (J.R.); (H.O.-O.)
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Martín Pedraz L, Núñez Cuadros E, Hernández MB, Alcobendas Rueda RM, Saavedra-Lozano J, Calvo Rey C. Diagnostic and therapeutic approach to spondylodiscitis in Spanish children through the RIOPed network: evaluation before and after the publication of the national consensus document. An Pediatr (Barc) 2024; 101:75-83. [PMID: 39054218 DOI: 10.1016/j.anpede.2024.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2024] [Accepted: 03/16/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024] Open
Abstract
OBJECTIVE Pediatric spondylodiscitis (PSD) is an uncommon condition, for which there are no specific international clinical guidelines. Factors related to complications have not been stablished. Our aim was to describe clinical and epidemiological characteristics of PSD, to analyze factors associated with complications and to evaluate adherence to the recommendations of the Spanish National Consensus Document (NCD) for the diagnostic and therapeutic approach to acute osteoarticular infections. MATERIAL AND METHODS Ambispective, multicenter, national study of two PSD cohorts: historical (2008-2012) and prospective (2015-2020, after publication of NCD). Patients with diagnosis of PSD were included. Demographic, clinical, microbiological and radiological data were recorded. Factors related to the development of complications were analized by logistic regression. Comparisons between both cohorts were performed. RESULTS Ninety-eight PSD were included. In 84.7%, diagnosis was confirmed by magnetic resonance imaging. Microbiological isolation was obtained in 6.1%, with methicillin-sensitive S. aureus as the main etiologic agent. Complications occurred in 18.9%, the most frequent being soft tissue abscess. Of the 8.6% of patients with sequelae, persistent pain was the most common. Comparing cohorts, there was better adherence to NCD treatment recommendations in the prospective one (57.6% vs. 12.9%, p < 0.01), including a reduction in the length of intravenous antibiotic therapy (10 vs. 14 days, p < 0.01). CONCLUSIONS The evolution of PSD in our series was favorable, with low frequency of complications and sequelae. The adherence to the recommendations of the NCD was high. Studies with larger sample size are needed to establish new recommendations to optimize the approach to these infections.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Laura Martín Pedraz
- Hospital Regional Universitario de Málaga, Málaga, Spain; Universidad de Málaga, Málaga, Spain.
| | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
8
|
Zhao C, Jiang Q, Wu W, Shen Y, Zhu Y, Wang X. Developing a nomogram for predicting acute complicated course in pediatric acute hematogenous osteomyelitis. Ital J Pediatr 2024; 50:130. [PMID: 39075514 PMCID: PMC11287884 DOI: 10.1186/s13052-024-01703-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2024] [Accepted: 07/16/2024] [Indexed: 07/31/2024] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND The objective of this study was to develop and validate a nomogram for predicting the risk of an acute complicated course in pediatric patients with Acute Hematogenous Osteomyelitis (AHO). METHODS A predictive model was developed based on a dataset of 82 pediatric AHO patients. Clinical data, imaging findings, and laboratory results were systematically collected for all patients. Subsequently, biomarker indices were calculated based on the laboratory results to facilitate a comprehensive evaluation. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were conducted to identify factors influencing early adverse outcomes in AHO. A nomogram model was constructed based on independent factors and validated internally through bootstrap methods. The discriminative ability, calibration, and clinical utility of the nomogram model were assessed using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves, calibration plots, and decision curve analysis (DCA), respectively. The developed nomogram model was compared with previously published A-score and Gouveia scoring systems. RESULTS Logistic regression analysis identified delayed source control, suppurative arthritis, albumin on admission, and platelet to lymphocyte ratio (PLR) as independent predictors of early adverse outcomes in pediatric AHO patients. The logistic regression model was formulated as: Log(P) = 7. 667-1.752 × delayed source control - 1.956 × suppurative arthritis - 0.154 × albumin on admission + 0.009 × PLR. The nomogram's AUC obtained through Bootstrap validation was 0.829 (95% CI: 0.740-0.918). Calibration plots showed good agreement between predictions and observations. Decision curve analysis demonstrated that the model achieved net benefits across all threshold probabilities. The predictive efficacy of our nomogram model for acute complicated course in pediatric AHO patients surpassed that of the A-score and Gouveia scores. CONCLUSIONS A predictive model for the acute complicated course of pediatric AHO was established based on four variables: delayed source control, suppurative arthritis, albumin on admission, and PLR. This model is practical, easy to use for clinicians, and can aid in guiding clinical treatment decisions.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Chaochen Zhao
- Department of Orthopedics, Shanghai Children's Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
| | - Qizhi Jiang
- Department of Orthopaedics, Children's Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China
| | - Wangqiang Wu
- Department of Orthopaedics, Children's Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China
| | - Yiming Shen
- Department of Orthopaedics, Children's Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China
| | - Yujie Zhu
- Department of Orthopaedics, Children's Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China
| | - Xiaodong Wang
- Department of Orthopaedics, Children's Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China.
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
Lyons TW, Kahane CG, Nigrovic LE. Managing the Swollen Knee in a Child. Ann Emerg Med 2024:S0196-0644(24)00292-0. [PMID: 38970569 DOI: 10.1016/j.annemergmed.2024.05.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2023] [Revised: 05/20/2024] [Accepted: 05/21/2024] [Indexed: 07/08/2024]
Affiliation(s)
- Todd W Lyons
- Division of Emergency Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA.
| | - Caroline G Kahane
- Division of Emergency Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
| | - Lise E Nigrovic
- Division of Emergency Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
| |
Collapse
|
10
|
Searns JB, Hall M, Birkholz M, Hubbell BB, Kern-Goldberger AS, Markham JL, Rolsma SL, Shah SS, Wang ME, O’Leary ST, Dominguez SR, Parker SK, Kronman MP. Outcomes of Early Surgical Procedures for Children With Acute Hematogenous Osteomyelitis. Pediatrics 2024; 154:e2023065397. [PMID: 38903048 PMCID: PMC11211689 DOI: 10.1542/peds.2023-065397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2023] [Revised: 04/15/2024] [Accepted: 04/17/2024] [Indexed: 06/22/2024] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Justin B. Searns
- Sections of Hospital Medicine
- Infectious Disease, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado
| | - Matt Hall
- Children’s Hospital Association, Lenexa, Kansas
| | - Meghan Birkholz
- Infectious Disease, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado
| | - Brittany B. Hubbell
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Cincinnati, and Division of Hospital Medicine, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio
| | | | - Jessica L. Markham
- Division of Hospital Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, and Children’s Mercy Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri
| | - Stephanie L. Rolsma
- Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Department of Pediatrics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
| | - Samir S. Shah
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Cincinnati, and Division of Hospital Medicine, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio
| | - Marie E. Wang
- Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine, and Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford, Stanford, California
| | - Sean T. O’Leary
- Infectious Disease, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado
| | - Samuel R. Dominguez
- Infectious Disease, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado
| | - Sarah K. Parker
- Infectious Disease, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado
| | - Matthew P. Kronman
- Section of Infectious Diseases, Department of Pediatrics, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
| |
Collapse
|
11
|
Swartz S, Beneschott N, Zembles T, Anibaba F, Lo S, Havens P, Mitchell M. Overview of Pediatric Procalcitonin Testing Patterns in a Tertiary Care Children's Hospital. Clin Pediatr (Phila) 2024; 63:921-928. [PMID: 37688440 DOI: 10.1177/00099228231199001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/10/2023]
Abstract
The use of procalcitonin (PCT) has grown over the past decade with increasing reliance on the test to rule out bacterial infection. We retrospectively reviewed the medical records of children <18 years old hospitalized at a tertiary care children's hospital from 2017 to 2019 who had PCT testing performed during their admission. Of 4135 PCT levels collected on 1530 children, 982 (23.7%) were diagnostically low and 1993 (48.1%) were diagnostically elevated. Pediatric intensive care, with 6% of total hospital patients, obtained 41.4% of tests. Thirty-one (2%) patients had an average of 27 PCT levels per patient, accounting for 20% of all tests. Many children had symptoms for which testing is not indicated (eg, skin complaints). The differences in PCT testing by service, inappropriate patterns of repeat testing, and testing performed in patients for whom it is not indicated may identify targets for diagnostic stewardship.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Sheila Swartz
- Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
| | - Natalya Beneschott
- Department of Pediatrics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA
| | - Tracy Zembles
- Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
| | - Fatima Anibaba
- Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
| | - Stanley Lo
- Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
| | - Peter Havens
- Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
| | - Michelle Mitchell
- Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
| |
Collapse
|
12
|
Burek AG, Bumgardner C, Liljestrom T, Porada K, Pan AY, Liegl M, Coon ER, Flynn KE, Ullman AJ, Brousseau DC. Use of central venous access devices outside of the pediatric intensive care units. Pediatr Res 2024:10.1038/s41390-024-03337-7. [PMID: 38937641 DOI: 10.1038/s41390-024-03337-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2024] [Revised: 05/23/2024] [Accepted: 06/04/2024] [Indexed: 06/29/2024]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Central venous access devices (CVAD) are associated with central line associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) and venous thromboembolism (VTE). We identified trends in non-intensive care unit (ICU) CVAD utilization, described complication rates, and compared resources between low and high CVAD sites. METHODS We combined data from the Pediatric Health Information System (PHIS) database and surveys from included hospitals. We analyzed 10-year trends in CVAD encounters for non-ICU children between 01/2012-12/2021 and described variation and complication rates between 01/2017-12/2021. Using Fisher's exact test, we compared resources between low and high CVAD users. RESULTS CVAD use decreased from 6.3% to 3.8% of hospitalizations over 10 years. From 2017-2021, 67,830 encounters with CVAD were identified. Median age was 7 (IQR 2-13) years; 46% were female. Significant variation in CVAD utilization exists (range 1.4-16.9%). Rates of CLABSI and VTE were 4.0% and 3.4%, respectively. Survey responses from 33/41 (80%) hospitals showed 91% had vascular access teams, 30% used vascular access selection guides, and 70% used midline/long peripheral catheters. Low CVAD users were more likely to have a team guiding device selection (100% vs 43%, p = 0.026). CONCLUSIONS CVAD utilization decreased over time. Significant variation in CVAD use remains and may be associated with hospital resources. IMPACT Central venous access device (CVAD) use outside of the ICU is trending down; however, significant variation exists between institutions. Children with CVADs hospitalized on the acute care units had a CLABSI rate of 4% and VTE rate of 3.4%. 91% of surveyed institutions have a vascular access team; however, the services provided vary between institutions. Even though 70% of the surveyed institutions have the ability to place midline/long peripheral catheters, the majority use these catheters less than a few times per month. Institutions with low CVAD use are more likely to have a vascular access team that guides device selection.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Alina G Burek
- Children's Wisconsin, 8915 W Connell Ct, Milwaukee, WI, USA.
- Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, 8701 W Watertown Plank Rd, Milwaukee, WI, USA.
| | | | - Tracey Liljestrom
- Children's Wisconsin, 8915 W Connell Ct, Milwaukee, WI, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, 8701 W Watertown Plank Rd, Milwaukee, WI, USA
| | - Kelsey Porada
- Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, 8701 W Watertown Plank Rd, Milwaukee, WI, USA
| | - Amy Y Pan
- Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, 8701 W Watertown Plank Rd, Milwaukee, WI, USA
| | - Melodee Liegl
- Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, 8701 W Watertown Plank Rd, Milwaukee, WI, USA
| | - Eric R Coon
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
| | - Kathryn E Flynn
- Department of Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, 8701 W Watertown Plank Rd, Milwaukee, WI, USA
| | - Amanda J Ullman
- School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
- Children's Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
| | - David C Brousseau
- Department of Pediatrics, Nemours Children's Health Delaware and the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, Wilmington, DE, USA
| |
Collapse
|
13
|
Grijalva JAG, de Oliveira VF, de Carvalho VC, de Oliveira PR, Lima ALL. Analysis of epidemiological and clinical aspects in cases of fungal osteomyelitis caused by non-Candida species. Braz J Microbiol 2024:10.1007/s42770-024-01418-7. [PMID: 38896342 DOI: 10.1007/s42770-024-01418-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2024] [Accepted: 06/04/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
Abstract
Osteomyelitis caused by non-Candida species is rare and often neglected, and current recommendations are based on primarily clinical experience and expert opinion. The objective of this study was to describe a case series of non-Candida fungal osteomyelitis. This retrospective study included 10 patients with non-Candida fungal osteomyelitis. Patients with osteomyelitis and microbiologically confirmed non-Candida species from bone fragment cultures were selected from the institution Infection Control Board database. Fusarium spp. were the most commonly isolated fungus from bone fragment cultures in five patients (50%). The majority did not present immunosuppression. The most common etiology was post-traumatic (n = 7, 70%), particularly open fractures. All patients were treated with antifungals associated with surgery. The antifungals used were itraconazole in five patients (50%), and voriconazole in another five patients (50%), with a median duration of antifungal therapy of four weeks (range: 3-25). There were no observed deaths within 30 days and one year. An antifungal approach combined with surgical treatment demonstrated favorable clinical outcomes, including low mortality rates and effective remission.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jorge Andrés González Grijalva
- Department of Infectious Diseases, Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil
| | - Vítor Falcão de Oliveira
- Department of Infectious Diseases, Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil.
| | - Vladimir Cordeiro de Carvalho
- Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil
| | - Priscila Rosalba de Oliveira
- Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil
| | - Ana Lúcia L Lima
- Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil
| |
Collapse
|
14
|
Gutierrez-Tobar I, Carvajal C, Vasquez-Hoyos P, Díaz-Díaz A, Londono Ruiz JP, Andrade J, Camacho-Cruz J, Restrepo-Gouzy A, Trujillo-Honeysberg M, Mesa-Monsalve JG, Perez I, Von Moltke R, Beltran-Echeverry M, Toro JF, Niño AP, Camacho-Moreno G, Calle-Giraldo JP, Cabeza NY, Sandoval-Calle LM, Perez Camacho P, Patiño Niño J, Araque-Muñoz P, Rodríguez-Peña Y, Beltran-Arroyave C, Chaucanez-Bastidas Y, Lopez J, Galvis-Trujillo D, Beltrán-Higuera S, Marino AC, González Leal N, Luengas Monroy MÁ, Hernandez-Moreno DC, Vivas Trochez R, Garces C, López-Medina E. Epidemiological and microbiological characteristics of S. aureus pediatric infections in Colombia 2018-2021, a national multicenter study (Staphylored Colombia). Front Pediatr 2024; 12:1386310. [PMID: 38895192 PMCID: PMC11183781 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2024.1386310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2024] [Accepted: 05/13/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
Abstract
Background Staphylococcus aureus infections are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in pediatric populations worldwide. The Staphylo Research Network conducted an extensive study on pediatric patients across Colombia from 2018 to 2021. The aim of this study was to describe the epidemiological and microbiological characteristics of S. aureus in this patient group. Methods We analyzed S. aureus isolates from WHONET-reporting centers. An "event" was a positive culture isolation in a previously negative individual after 2 weeks. We studied center characteristics, age distribution, infection type, and antibiotic susceptibilities, comparing methicillin sensitive (MSSA) and resistant S. aureus (MRSA) isolates. Results Isolates from 20 centers across 7 Colombian cities were included. Most centers (80%) served both adults and children, with 55% offering oncology services and 85% having a PICU. We registered 8,157 S. aureus culture isolations from 5,384 events (3,345 MSSA and 1,961 MRSA) in 4,821 patients, with a median age of 5 years. Blood (26.2%) and skin/soft tissue (18.6%) were the most common infection sources. Most isolates per event remained susceptible to oxacillin (63.2%), clindamycin (94.3%), and TMP-SMX (98.3%). MRSA prevalence varied by city (<0.001), with slightly higher rates observed in exclusively pediatric hospitals. In contrast, the MRSA rate was somewhat lower in centers with Antimicrobial Stewardship Program (ASP). MRSA was predominantly isolated from osteoarticular infections and multiple foci, while MSSA was more frequently associated with recurrent infections compared to MRSA. Conclusions This is the largest study of pediatric S. aureus infections in Colombia. We found MSSA predominance, but resistance have important regional variations. S. aureus remains susceptible to other commonly used antibiotics such as TMP-SMX and clindamycin. Ongoing monitoring of S. aureus infections is vital for understanding their behavior in children. Prospective studies within the Staphylored LATAM are underway for a more comprehensive clinical and genetic characterization.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ivan Gutierrez-Tobar
- Department of Pediatrics, Clínica Infantil Santa Maria Del Lago, Bogotá, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Clinica Infantil Colsubsidio, Bogotá, Colombia
- Staphylored LATAM, Bogotá, Colombia
| | - Cristobal Carvajal
- Staphylored LATAM, Bogotá, Colombia
- Universidad Finis Terrae, Santiago, Chile
| | - Pablo Vasquez-Hoyos
- Staphylored LATAM, Bogotá, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Fundacion Universitaria de Ciencias de la Salud (FUCS), Bogotá, Colombia
- Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia
- Sociedad de Cirugía de Bogotá Hospital de San Jose, Bogotá, Colombia
| | - Alejandro Díaz-Díaz
- Staphylored LATAM, Bogotá, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Hospital Pablo Tobon Uribe, Medellín, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Hospital General de Medellín, Medellín, Colombia
| | - Juan Pablo Londono Ruiz
- Department of Pediatrics, Clinica Infantil Colsubsidio, Bogotá, Colombia
- Staphylored LATAM, Bogotá, Colombia
| | - Joam Andrade
- Staphylored LATAM, Bogotá, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Hospital Militar Central, Bogotá, Colombia
| | - Jhon Camacho-Cruz
- Staphylored LATAM, Bogotá, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Fundacion Universitaria de Ciencias de la Salud (FUCS), Bogotá, Colombia
- Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia
- Sociedad de Cirugía de Bogotá Hospital de San Jose, Bogotá, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Fundación Universitaria Sanitas, Bogotá, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Clínica Reina Sofia Pediátrica y Mujer, Bogotá, Colombia
| | | | | | | | | | - Richard Von Moltke
- Staphylored LATAM, Bogotá, Colombia
- Universidad Finis Terrae, Santiago, Chile
| | - Maria Beltran-Echeverry
- Department of Pediatrics, Clínica Infantil Santa Maria Del Lago, Bogotá, Colombia
- Staphylored LATAM, Bogotá, Colombia
- Sociedad de Cirugía de Bogotá Hospital de San Jose, Bogotá, Colombia
| | - Jessica F. Toro
- Department of Pediatrics, Clínica Medilaser, Neiva, Colombia
| | - Angela P. Niño
- Department of Pediatrics, Clínica Medilaser, Neiva, Colombia
| | - Germán Camacho-Moreno
- Department of Pediatrics, Fundación Hospital de La Misericordia, Bogotá, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Hospital Universitario Infantil de San José, Bogotá, Colombia
| | - Juan Pablo Calle-Giraldo
- Department of Pediatrics, Hospital San Juan de Dios, Armenia, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Clinica Farallones, Cali, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Clinica Versalles, Cali, Colombia
| | | | | | | | | | - Paula Araque-Muñoz
- Department of Pediatrics, Clinica Country, Bogotá, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Clinica La Colina, Bogotá, Colombia
| | - Yazmin Rodríguez-Peña
- Department of Pediatrics, Clinica Country, Bogotá, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Clinica La Colina, Bogotá, Colombia
| | | | | | - Juan Lopez
- Department of Pediatrics, Fundación Hospital de La Misericordia, Bogotá, Colombia
| | | | - Sandra Beltrán-Higuera
- Clinica Colsanitas, Bogotá, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Clinica infantil Colsanitas, Bogotá, Colombia
| | | | | | | | | | - Rosalba Vivas Trochez
- Department of Pediatrics, Clínica Soma, Medellín, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Hospital Universitario de San Vicente Fundación, Medellín, Colombia
| | - Carlos Garces
- Department of Pediatrics, Clinica Cardiovid Medellín, Medellin, Colombia
| | - Eduardo López-Medina
- Centro de Estudios en Infectología Pediátrica, Cali, Colombia
- Universidad del Valle, Cali, Colombia
- Department of Pediatrics, Clínica Imbanaco, Cali, Colombia
| |
Collapse
|
15
|
Shine A, Frolova Gregory P, Herns S, Knight A. Safely Doing Less Antibiotics: Evidence to Guide Duration and Route of Administration in Common Pediatric Infections. Pediatr Ann 2024; 53:e229-e233. [PMID: 38852077 DOI: 10.3928/19382359-20240407-06] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2024]
Abstract
The growing evidence detailing the harmful effects of exposure to antibiotics has driven an urgency to evaluate recommendations in common pediatric infections regarding antibiotic course duration and route of administration. The past decade has produced strong evidence in support of many patients with uncomplicated common pediatric infections receiving shortened antibiotic durations and early conversion from intravenous to oral antibiotics. In this review, we offer guidance to providers in selection of duration and route of administration in a subset of common pediatric infections, including community-acquired pneumonia, osteomyelitis, and infections of the head and neck. [Pediatr Ann. 2024;53(6):e229-e233.].
Collapse
|
16
|
Sands A, Iacono D, Hagmann SHF. Utilization of Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus Nasal Swabs for Antimicrobial Stewardship: What About Hospitalized Children With Osteomyelitis? Pediatr Infect Dis J 2024; 43:e221. [PMID: 38380909 DOI: 10.1097/inf.0000000000004285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/22/2024]
Affiliation(s)
- Ashley Sands
- Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children's Medical Center of New York/Northwell Health, New Hyde Park, New York
| | - Denise Iacono
- Department of Pharmacy, Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children's Medical Center of New York/Northwell Health, New Hyde Park, New York
| | - Stefan H F Hagmann
- Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children's Medical Center of New York/Northwell Health, New Hyde Park, New York, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Health, Hempstead, New York
| |
Collapse
|
17
|
Haynes AS, Wei Z, Anderson P, Scheetz MH, Parker SK, Fish DN. Cefadroxil and cephalexin pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics in children with musculoskeletal infections. Antimicrob Agents Chemother 2024; 68:e0018224. [PMID: 38597672 PMCID: PMC11064491 DOI: 10.1128/aac.00182-24] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2024] [Accepted: 03/17/2024] [Indexed: 04/11/2024] Open
Abstract
Cephalexin, a first-generation cephalosporin, is the first-line oral therapy for children with musculoskeletal infections due to methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA). Cefadroxil, a similar first-generation cephalosporin, is an attractive alternative to cephalexin given its longer half-life. In this study, we describe the comparative pharmacokinetics (PK) and pharmacodynamics (PD) of cephalexin and cefadroxil in children with musculoskeletal infections. Children aged 6 months to 18 years with a musculoskeletal infection were enrolled in a prospective, open-label, crossover PK study and given single oral doses of cefadroxil (50-75 mg/kg up to 2,000 mg) and cephalexin (50 mg/kg up to 1,375 mg). Population PK models were developed and used for dosing simulations. Our primary PD target was the achievement of free antibiotic concentrations above the minimum inhibitory concentration (fT >MIC) for 40% of the day for MICs ≤ 4 mg/L. PK of cephalexin (n = 15) and cefadroxil (n = 14) were best described using a one-compartment, first-order absorption model, with a lag time component for cefadroxil. PK parameters were notable for cefadroxil's longer half-life (1.61 h) than cephalexin's (1.10 h). For pediatric weight bands, our primary PD target was achieved by cephalexin 25 mg/kg/dose, maximum 750 mg/dose, administered three times daily and cefadroxil 40 mg/kg/dose, maximum 1,500 mg/dose, administered twice daily. More aggressive dosing was required to achieve higher PD targets. Among children with musculoskeletal infections, oral cephalexin and cefadroxil achieved PD targets for efficacy against MSSA. Given less frequent dosing, twice-daily cefadroxil should be further considered as an alternative to cephalexin for oral step-down therapy for serious infections due to MSSA.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Andrew S. Haynes
- Children’s Hospital Colorado, Department of Pediatrics, Section of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Aurora, Colorado, USA
- University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado, USA
| | - Zixuan Wei
- University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Aurora, Colorado, USA
| | - Peter Anderson
- University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Aurora, Colorado, USA
| | - Marc H. Scheetz
- Midwestern University, Pharmacometrics Center of Excellence, Colleges of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Downers Grove, Illinois, USA
| | - Sarah K. Parker
- Children’s Hospital Colorado, Department of Pediatrics, Section of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Aurora, Colorado, USA
- University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado, USA
| | - Douglas N. Fish
- University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Aurora, Colorado, USA
| |
Collapse
|
18
|
Thorne A, Moss A, Sanders JS, Stein J, Searns JB. Clinical Utility of Repeat Magnetic Resonance Imaging Studies Among Children With Acute Hematogenous Osteomyelitis. J Pediatr Orthop 2024; 44:e463-e468. [PMID: 38477331 DOI: 10.1097/bpo.0000000000002655] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/14/2024]
Abstract
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES There is limited guidance for whether repeat magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) studies are clinically impactful among children with acute hematogenous osteomyelitis (AHO) who fail to improve as expected. This study aimed to determine whether repeat MRIs changed management among children with AHO and identify clinical characteristics predictive of which patients benefit from repeat MRIs. METHODS Children admitted to a quaternary care pediatric hospital with AHO were identified during a 9-year period. Patients with chronic symptoms, non-hematogenous infections, or significant contributing comorbidities were excluded. Medical records were retrospectively reviewed for all MRIs performed 3 weeks before admission to 24 months after discharge. An MRI was considered clinically impactful if it identified a new infectious process (eg, abscess not seen on the initial MRI) or if it resulted in surgical intervention within 24 hours. Bivariable comparisons of categorical variables were performed, and multivariable logistic regression was used to assess the clinical factors of impactful repeat MRIs. RESULTS Among the 239 included patients, 41 (17%) had more than 1 MRI performed during their clinical course, the majority of whom (53.7%) had a repeat MRI that impacted care. Patients who underwent repeat MRIs had longer hospitalizations (7 vs. 5 d, P <0.01), were more likely to have C-reactive protein (CRP) levels >20 mg/dL (41% vs. 10%, P <0.01), and were more likely to have a delayed transition to oral antimicrobials (8.4 vs. 3.3 d, P <0.01). Peak CRP >20 mg/dL and prolonged bacteremia were found to be associated with increased odds of having an impactful repeat MRI, with adjusted odds ratios of 3.9 ( P =0.007) and 3.4 ( P =0.03), respectively. CONCLUSIONS When used judiciously among ill children with complicated AHO, repeat MRI can be clinically impactful. Prospective studies are needed to better define which children with AHO benefit from repeat MRI. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level II evidence-this is a retrospective cohort study interested in determining the clinical utility of repeat magnetic resonance imaging studies for children with osteomyelitis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Angela Moss
- Adult and Child Center for Outcomes Research and Delivery Science
| | | | | | - Justin B Searns
- Department of Pediatrics, Sections of Hospital Medicine and Infectious Disease, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
| |
Collapse
|
19
|
Gajagowni S, Padhye A. Neonatal Osteomyelitis. Neoreviews 2024; 25:e265-e273. [PMID: 38688888 DOI: 10.1542/neo.25-5-e265] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/02/2024]
Abstract
Osteomyelitis is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition affecting the skeletal system of newborns. The condition is relatively rare in neonates but occurs at higher rates in high-risk pregnancies, in preterm infants, and with the use of invasive devices. As a result of the anatomy and immature immune system of newborns, neonates differ in presentation, diagnosis, and management of osteomyelitis compared to patients of other age groups. An understanding of these differences will assist clinicians in the prompt diagnosis and management of this neonatal infection and lead to improved long-term outcomes.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Amruta Padhye
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia, MO
| |
Collapse
|
20
|
Camacho-Moreno G, Vergara-Amador E, Martínez-Villegas T, Aragón-Joya Y, Romero-Cardozo L, Lores-Garcia F, Moreno VM, Leal-Castro AL. Correlation between the results of cultures and the molecular BIOFIRE® joint infection panel in a cohort of pediatric patients with bone and joint infections in Bogotá, Colombia. Front Pediatr 2024; 12:1359736. [PMID: 38720946 PMCID: PMC11076823 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2024.1359736] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2023] [Accepted: 04/08/2024] [Indexed: 05/12/2024] Open
Abstract
Introduction Bone and Joint Infections (BJI) have high morbidity. Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) has increased. Culture-based diagnosis has difficult to recovering fastidious bacteria and detecting polymicrobial infections, molecular methods offer a promising improvement for the diagnosis of BJI with reduced time to result. The aim of the study was to determine the correlation between culture results and the Biofire joint infection panel (BJIP) in a cohort of pediatric patients with BJI. Materials and methods Descriptive study. Patients admitted with probable o confirmed BJI between July 1, 2019 and February 28, 2021 at HOMI. Blood cultures, synovial and bone fluid samples were taken. Samples were kept at -70 °C. On September 2022, the panel was performed. Results 32 patients were included. The average age was 83m (RIQ: 32-145). 23 (71.8%) patients had a positive culture. The most frequent microorganism were S. aureus 19 (83%), 11/19 (57.9%) Staphylococci isolates were MRSA. 24/32 (75%) were positive by panel, 20 positive detections were concordant with culture, there were 6 additional isolates by panel (2 S. aureus, 2 S. pyogenes, 1 K. kingae and 1 C. albicans), three microorganisms were isolated in culture but not in the panel. (2 S. aureus and 1 S. agalactiae). Two patients with coinfection were detected. All MRSA were detected by culture and panel. In 26 (81.3%) patients the etiology was documented by any method. Conclusion These results showed a moderate level of agreement between BJIP and culture (κ = 0.47). The panel allowed the detection of fastidious bacteria including K. kingae and polymicrobial samples. There was a very good level of agreement between the panel and culture for the MRSA detection (κ = 1).
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Germán Camacho-Moreno
- HOMI, Fundación Hospital Pediátrico la Misericordia, Bogotá, Colombia
- Departamento de Pediatria, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia
| | - Enrique Vergara-Amador
- HOMI, Fundación Hospital Pediátrico la Misericordia, Bogotá, Colombia
- Unidad de Ortopedia, Departamento de Cirugía, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia
| | - Tomás Martínez-Villegas
- Unidad de Ortopedia, Departamento de Cirugía, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia
| | - Yefry Aragón-Joya
- Departamento de Pediatria, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia
| | - Luz Romero-Cardozo
- Unidad de Ortopedia, Departamento de Cirugía, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia
| | - Francisco Lores-Garcia
- Unidad de Ortopedia, Departamento de Cirugía, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia
| | | | - Aura Lucia Leal-Castro
- Departamento de Microbiología, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia
| |
Collapse
|
21
|
Hospach T, Kallinich T, Martin L, V Kalle T, Reichert F, Girschick HJ, Hedrich CM. [Arthritis and osteomyelitis in childhood and adolescence-Bacterial and nonbacterial]. Z Rheumatol 2024:10.1007/s00393-024-01504-z. [PMID: 38653784 DOI: 10.1007/s00393-024-01504-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/29/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024]
Abstract
Bacterial arthritis and osteomyelitis are usually acute diseases, which in this way differ from the often insidious course of nonbacterial osteomyelitis; however, there is often an overlap both in less acute courses of bacterial illnesses and also in nonbacterial osteitis. The overlapping clinical phenomena can be explained by similar pathophysiological processes. In bacteria-related illnesses the identification of the pathogen and empirical or targeted anti-infectious treatment are prioritized, whereas no triggering agent is known for nonbacterial diseases. The diagnostics are based on the exclusion of differential diagnoses, clinical scores and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). An activity-adapted anti-inflammatory treatment is indicated.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- T Hospach
- Zentrum für Pädiatrische Rheumatologie, Olgahospital, Klinikum Stuttgart (ZEPRAS), Kriegsbergstr 62, 70176, Stuttgart, Deutschland.
| | - T Kallinich
- Klinik für Pädiatrie m.S. Pneumologie, Immunologie und Intensivmedizin, Charité, Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Deutschland
| | - L Martin
- Klinik für Pädiatrie m.S. Pneumologie, Immunologie und Intensivmedizin, Charité, Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Deutschland
| | - T V Kalle
- Radiologisches Institut, Olgahospital, Klinikum Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Deutschland
| | - F Reichert
- Pädiatrische Infektiologie, Olgahospital, Klinikum Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Deutschland
| | - H J Girschick
- Vivantes Klinikum Friedrichshain, Berlin, Deutschland
| | - C M Hedrich
- Department of Women's and Children's Health, Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, Großbritannien
- Department of Rheumatology, Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool, Großbritannien
| |
Collapse
|
22
|
Sarmiento Clemente A, McNeil JC, Hultén KG, Vallejo JG, Kaplan SL. Acute Hematogenous Osteomyelitis of the Pelvis in Children. Pediatr Infect Dis J 2024; 43:339-344. [PMID: 38241664 DOI: 10.1097/inf.0000000000004220] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/21/2024]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Pelvic involvement has been reported in 3%-14% of acute hematogenous osteomyelitis (AHO) cases in children. One guideline suggests need for a longer antibiotic course in pelvic AHO, however, recent data are lacking. We describe the clinical course of children with pelvic AHO and compare it to nonpelvic AHO. METHODS A retrospective review of patients with a diagnosis of AHO admitted to Texas Children's Hospital from January 2012 to December 2020 was conducted. Patients 6 months-<19 years old and with ≤14 days of symptoms at admission were eligible. Patients with sickle cell disease or immunocompromised were excluded. Wilcoxon rank-sum test assessed for differences between continuous variables and Fisher exact for categorical variables using STATA 17. RESULTS We compared 104 cases of pelvic AHO to 314 cases of nonpelvic AHO. Patients had similar microbiology, length of stay and length of antibiotic therapy. Patients with pelvic AHO had pyomyositis identified by magnetic resonance imaging more often (28.8 vs. 9.4%, P < 0.001) and bone abscess less often (22.1 vs. 46.5%, P < 0.001). Rates of chronic complications were comparable between patients with pelvic AHO and nonpelvic AHO (8.4% vs. 15.1%, P = 0.1). Nineteen patients (18.3%) with pelvic AHO received ≤30 antibiotic days without complications, but they had less need for intensive care or bone abscesses than patients treated longer. CONCLUSIONS Pelvic AHO in children may be more frequent than previously reported but is not associated with more complications. Four weeks of therapy may be sufficient in selected patients. Prospective studies to compare outcomes with different lengths of therapy are needed.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Adriana Sarmiento Clemente
- From the Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Pediatrics, Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, Texas
| | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
23
|
Mercadante S, Ficari A, Romani L, De Luca M, Tripiciano C, Chiurchiù S, Calo Carducci FI, Cursi L, Di Giuseppe M, Krzysztofiak A, Bernardi S, Lancella L. The Thousand Faces of Invasive Group A Streptococcal Infections: Update on Epidemiology, Symptoms, and Therapy. CHILDREN (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 11:383. [PMID: 38671600 PMCID: PMC11048970 DOI: 10.3390/children11040383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2024] [Revised: 03/15/2024] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024]
Abstract
Invasive infections caused by Streptococcus pyogfenes (iGAS), commonly known as Group A Streptococcus, represent a significant public health concern due to their potential for rapid progression and life-threatening complications. Epidemiologically, invasive GAS infections exhibit a diverse global distribution, affecting individuals of all ages with varying predisposing factors. The pathogenesis of invasive GAS involves an array of virulence factors that contribute to tissue invasion, immune evasion, and systemic dissemination. In pediatrics, in the last few years, an increase in iGAS infections has been reported worldwide becoming a challenging disease to diagnose and treat promptly. This review highlights the current knowledge on pathogenesis, clinical presentations, and therapeutic approaches for iGAS in children.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Stefania Mercadante
- Infectious Disease Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, 00165 Rome, Italy; (S.M.); (L.R.); (C.T.); (S.C.); (S.B.); (L.L.)
| | - Andrea Ficari
- Residency School of Pediatrics, University of Rome Tor Vergata, 00133 Rome, Italy;
| | - Lorenza Romani
- Infectious Disease Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, 00165 Rome, Italy; (S.M.); (L.R.); (C.T.); (S.C.); (S.B.); (L.L.)
| | - Maia De Luca
- Infectious Disease Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, 00165 Rome, Italy; (S.M.); (L.R.); (C.T.); (S.C.); (S.B.); (L.L.)
| | - Costanza Tripiciano
- Infectious Disease Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, 00165 Rome, Italy; (S.M.); (L.R.); (C.T.); (S.C.); (S.B.); (L.L.)
| | - Sara Chiurchiù
- Infectious Disease Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, 00165 Rome, Italy; (S.M.); (L.R.); (C.T.); (S.C.); (S.B.); (L.L.)
| | - Francesca Ippolita Calo Carducci
- Infectious Disease Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, 00165 Rome, Italy; (S.M.); (L.R.); (C.T.); (S.C.); (S.B.); (L.L.)
| | - Laura Cursi
- Infectious Disease Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, 00165 Rome, Italy; (S.M.); (L.R.); (C.T.); (S.C.); (S.B.); (L.L.)
| | - Martina Di Giuseppe
- Infectious Disease Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, 00165 Rome, Italy; (S.M.); (L.R.); (C.T.); (S.C.); (S.B.); (L.L.)
| | - Andrzej Krzysztofiak
- Infectious Disease Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, 00165 Rome, Italy; (S.M.); (L.R.); (C.T.); (S.C.); (S.B.); (L.L.)
| | - Stefania Bernardi
- Infectious Disease Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, 00165 Rome, Italy; (S.M.); (L.R.); (C.T.); (S.C.); (S.B.); (L.L.)
| | - Laura Lancella
- Infectious Disease Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, 00165 Rome, Italy; (S.M.); (L.R.); (C.T.); (S.C.); (S.B.); (L.L.)
| |
Collapse
|
24
|
Restrepo R, Park HJ, Karakas SP, Cervantes LF, Rodriguez-Ruiz FG, Zahrah AM, Inarejos-Clemente EJ, Laufer M, Shreiber VM. Bacterial osteomyelitis in pediatric patients: a comprehensive review. Skeletal Radiol 2024:10.1007/s00256-024-04639-x. [PMID: 38504031 DOI: 10.1007/s00256-024-04639-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2023] [Revised: 02/24/2024] [Accepted: 02/27/2024] [Indexed: 03/21/2024]
Abstract
Bacterial osteomyelitis, an inflammatory response in the bone caused by microorganisms, typically affects the metaphysis in the skeletally immature. Bacterial osteomyelitis possesses a significant diagnostic challenge in pediatric patients due to its nonspecific clinical presentation. Because the metaphysis is the primary focus of infection in skeletally immature patients, understanding the normal physiologic, maturation process of bones throughout childhood allows to understand the pathophysiology of osteomyelitis. Timely and accurate diagnosis is crucial to initiate appropriate treatment, and prevent long-term sequelae and efforts must be made to isolate the causative organism. The potential causative organism changes according to the age of the patient and underlying medical conditions. Staphylococcus Aureus is the most common isolated bacteria in pediatric pyogenic osteomyelitis whereas Kingella Kingae is the most common causative agent in children aged 6 months to 4 years. Imaging plays a pivotal role in the diagnosis, characterization, evaluation of complications, and follow up of bacterial osteomyelitis. Imaging also plays a pivotal role in the evaluation of potential neoplastic and non-neoplastic mimickers of osteomyelitis. In children, MRI is currently the gold standard imaging modality when suspecting bacterial osteomyelitis, whereas surgical intervention may be required in order to isolate the microorganism, treat complications, and exclude mimickers.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ricardo Restrepo
- Radiology Department, Nicklaus Children's Hospital, 3100 SW 62nd Ave, Miami, FL, 33155, USA.
| | - Halley J Park
- Radiology Department, Nicklaus Children's Hospital, 3100 SW 62nd Ave, Miami, FL, 33155, USA
| | - S Pinar Karakas
- Radiology Department, Nicklaus Children's Hospital, 3100 SW 62nd Ave, Miami, FL, 33155, USA
| | - Luisa F Cervantes
- Radiology Department, Nicklaus Children's Hospital, 3100 SW 62nd Ave, Miami, FL, 33155, USA
| | | | - Anna Maria Zahrah
- Krieger School of Arts and Sciences, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
| | | | - Marcelo Laufer
- Infectious Disease Department, Nicklaus Children's Hospital, Miami, USA
| | - Verena M Shreiber
- Orthopedic, Sports Medicine, and Spine Institute, Nicklaus Children's Hospital, Miami, USA
| |
Collapse
|
25
|
Moore-Lotridge SN, Daryoush JR, Wollenman CC, Gibian JT, Johnson SR, Thomsen IP, Schoenecker JG. CRP Predicts the Need to Escalate Care After Initial Debridement for Musculoskeletal Infection. J Pediatr Orthop 2024; 44:188-196. [PMID: 37997444 DOI: 10.1097/bpo.0000000000002573] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Musculoskeletal infections (MSKIs) are a major cause of morbidity in the pediatric population and account for nearly 1 in every 10 consultations with a pediatric orthopaedic provider at a tertiary care center. To prevent or deescalate the risk of adverse medical and musculoskeletal outcomes, timely medical intervention in the form of antibiotics and potential surgical debridement is required. While there have been numerous studies indicating the value of laboratory testing during the initial workup of a child with MSKI, few studies to date have examined the utility of longitudinal assessment of laboratory measures in the acute setting to monitor the efficacy of antibiotic therapy and/or surgical intervention. The purpose of this investigation was to retrospectively determine whether measuring changes in the inflammatory response could indicate the need for escalated care. Specifically, this study examined the hypothesis that serial measurements of C-reactive protein (CRP), immediately preoperatively and 2 days after surgical debridement, could predict the need for medical (change in antibiotics) or surgical (additional debridement) escalation. METHODS Retrospective review of pediatric patients undergoing operative debridement for the treatment of MSKI between September 2009 and December 2015 from whom laboratory data (CRP) was obtained preoperatively and at postoperative day (POD) 2. Patient demographics, the need for escalated care, and patient outcomes were evaluated. RESULTS Across 135 pediatric patients, preoperative CRP values >90 mg/L and a positive change in CRP at POD2 effectively predicted the need for escalation of care after initial surgical debridement (Area under the Receiver Operator Curve: 0.883). For each 10-unit increase in preoperative CRP or postoperative change in CRP, there was a 21% or 22% increased risk of needing escalated care, respectively. Stratification by preoperative CRP >90 mg/L and change in CRP postoperatively likewise correlated with increased rates of disseminated disease, percent tissue culture positivity, length of stay, and rate of adverse outcomes. CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrates the utility of serial CRP to assess the need for escalated care in patients being treated for MSKI. As serial CRP measurements become standard of practice in the acute setting, future prospective studies are needed to optimize the timing of CRP reassessment during inpatient hospitalization to prognosticate patient outcomes, weighing both improvements of patient care and clinical burden. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III-retrospective comparative study.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | | | | | | | | | - Isaac P Thomsen
- Department of Pediatrics
- Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, Nashville, TN
| | - Jonathan G Schoenecker
- Departments of Orthopedics
- Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology
- Pharmacology
- Vanderbilt Center for Bone Biology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Department of Pediatrics
| |
Collapse
|
26
|
Woods CR, Bradley JS, Chatterjee A, Kronman MP, Arnold SR, Robinson J, Copley LA, Arrieta AC, Fowler SL, Harrison C, Eppes SC, Creech CB, Stadler LP, Shah SS, Mazur LJ, Carrillo-Marquez MA, Allen CH, Lavergne V. Clinical Practice Guideline by the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society (PIDS) and the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA): 2023 Guideline on Diagnosis and Management of Acute Bacterial Arthritis in Pediatrics. J Pediatric Infect Dis Soc 2024; 13:1-59. [PMID: 37941444 DOI: 10.1093/jpids/piad089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2023] [Accepted: 10/27/2023] [Indexed: 11/10/2023]
Abstract
This clinical practice guideline for the diagnosis and treatment of acute bacterial arthritis (ABA) in children was developed by a multidisciplinary panel representing the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society (PIDS) and the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA). This guideline is intended for use by healthcare professionals who care for children with ABA, including specialists in pediatric infectious diseases and orthopedics. The panel's recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of ABA are based upon evidence derived from topic-specific systematic literature reviews. Summarized below are the recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of ABA in children. The panel followed a systematic process used in the development of other IDSA and PIDS clinical practice guidelines, which included a standardized methodology for rating the certainty of the evidence and strength of recommendation using the GRADE approach (Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation) (see Figure 1). A detailed description of background, methods, evidence summary and rationale that support each recommendation, and knowledge gaps can be found online in the full text.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Charles R Woods
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center College of Medicine Chattanooga, Chattanooga, Tennessee
| | - John S Bradley
- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Pediatrics, University of California San Diego, School of Medicine, and Rady Children's Hospital, San Diego, California
| | - Archana Chatterjee
- Chicago Medical School, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, North Chicago, Illinois
| | - Matthew P Kronman
- Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, University of Washington, Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, Washington
| | - Sandra R Arnold
- Division of Infectious Diseases, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, Tennessee
| | - Joan Robinson
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
| | - Lawson A Copley
- Departments of Orthopaedic Surgery and Pediatrics, University of Texas Southwestern, Dallas, Texas
| | - Antonio C Arrieta
- Division of Infectious Diseases, Children's Hospital of Orange County and University of California, Irvine, California
| | - Sandra L Fowler
- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Pediatrics, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
| | | | | | - C Buddy Creech
- Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, Tennessee
| | - Laura P Stadler
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Infectious Diseases, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky
| | - Samir S Shah
- Division of Hospital Medicine, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio
| | - Lynnette J Mazur
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Texas McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas
| | - Maria A Carrillo-Marquez
- Division of Infectious Diseases, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, Tennessee
| | - Coburn H Allen
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School, Austin, Texas
| | - Valéry Lavergne
- Department of Medical Microbiology and Infection Control, Vancouver General Hospital, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- University of Montreal Research Center, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
| |
Collapse
|
27
|
Silverman MB, Tuckerman RE, Fisher J. A Case of Hematogenous Osteomyelitis in a 5-Week-Old Male. Mil Med 2024; 189:e457-e459. [PMID: 37721525 DOI: 10.1093/milmed/usad348] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Accepted: 08/23/2023] [Indexed: 09/19/2023] Open
Abstract
Pediatric osteomyelitis is a rare diagnosis associated with devastating consequences when treatment is delayed. We report a case of hematogenous osteomyelitis in a 5-week-old male presenting to the emergency department (ED) with a flaccid right upper extremity. In the ED, the patient was evaluated with comprehensive infectious and trauma workups. Initial CT imaging of the head and X-ray imaging of the extremity were unremarkable. C-reactive protein was elevated at 0.8; all other laboratory markers were within normal range. Over the course of the ED evaluation, the extremity weakness spontaneously resolved; however, the infant developed a fever of 100.5 F. Empiric broad spectrum antibiotics were initiated, and the infant was admitted to the pediatric service. At 48 hours following presentation, cultures resulted positive for Staphylococcus aureus and MRI imaging revealed osteomyelitis of the proximal right humeral metadiaphysis. Given the subtle presentation of early hematogenous osteomyelitis, emergency providers should maintain a high index of suspicion for infection as the underlying cause in infants presenting with a flaccid extremity.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Montane B Silverman
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234, USA
| | - Reece E Tuckerman
- F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine, Uniformed Services University, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
| | - Joseph Fisher
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234, USA
| |
Collapse
|
28
|
Kaushik A, Kest H, Sood M, Steussy BW, Thieman C, Gupta S. Biofilm Producing Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) Infections in Humans: Clinical Implications and Management. Pathogens 2024; 13:76. [PMID: 38251383 PMCID: PMC10819455 DOI: 10.3390/pathogens13010076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2023] [Revised: 01/10/2024] [Accepted: 01/13/2024] [Indexed: 01/23/2024] Open
Abstract
Since its initial description in the 1960s, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) has developed multiple mechanisms for antimicrobial resistance and evading the immune system, including biofilm production. MRSA is now a widespread pathogen, causing a spectrum of infections ranging from superficial skin issues to severe conditions like osteoarticular infections and endocarditis, leading to high morbidity and mortality. Biofilm production is a key aspect of MRSA's ability to invade, spread, and resist antimicrobial treatments. Environmental factors, such as suboptimal antibiotics, pH, temperature, and tissue oxygen levels, enhance biofilm formation. Biofilms are intricate bacterial structures with dense organisms embedded in polysaccharides, promoting their resilience. The process involves stages of attachment, expansion, maturation, and eventually disassembly or dispersion. MRSA's biofilm formation has a complex molecular foundation, involving genes like icaADBC, fnbA, fnbB, clfA, clfB, atl, agr, sarA, sarZ, sigB, sarX, psm, icaR, and srtA. Recognizing pivotal genes for biofilm formation has led to potential therapeutic strategies targeting elemental and enzymatic properties to combat MRSA biofilms. This review provides a practical approach for healthcare practitioners, addressing biofilm pathogenesis, disease spectrum, and management guidelines, including advances in treatment. Effective management involves appropriate antimicrobial therapy, surgical interventions, foreign body removal, and robust infection control practices to curtail spread within healthcare environments.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ashlesha Kaushik
- Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center, Unity Point Health, 2720 Stone Park Blvd, Sioux City, IA 51104, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, Iowa City, IA 52242, USA
- Master of Science, Healthcare Quality and Safety, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02115, USA
| | - Helen Kest
- Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, 703 Main Street, Paterson, NJ 07503, USA;
| | - Mangla Sood
- Department of Pediatrics, Indira Gandhi Medical College, Shimla 171006, India;
| | - Bryan W. Steussy
- Division of Microbiology, St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center, Unity Point Health, 2720 Stone Park Blvd, Sioux City, IA 51104, USA;
| | - Corey Thieman
- Division of Pharmacology, St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center, Unity Point Health, 2720 Stone Park Blvd, Sioux City, IA 51104, USA;
| | - Sandeep Gupta
- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care, St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center, Unity Point Health, 2720 Stone Park Blvd, Sioux City, IA 51104, USA;
| |
Collapse
|
29
|
Stephan AM, Platt S, Levine DA, Qiu Y, Buchhalter L, Lyons TW, Gaines N, Cruz AT, Sudanagunta S, Hardee IJ, Eisenberg JR, Tamas V, McAneney C, Chinta SS, Yeung C, Root JM, Fant C, Dunnick J, Pifko E, Campbell C, Bruce M, Srivastava G, Pruitt CM, Hueschen LA, Ugalde IT, Becker C, Granda E, Klein EJ, Kaplan RL. A Novel Risk Score to Guide the Evaluation of Acute Hematogenous Osteomyelitis in Children. Pediatrics 2024; 153:e2023063153. [PMID: 38239108 DOI: 10.1542/peds.2023-063153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/02/2023] [Indexed: 02/02/2024] Open
Abstract
OBJECTIVES To identify independent predictors of and derive a risk score for acute hematogenous osteomyelitis (AHO) in children. METHODS We conducted a retrospective matched case-control study of children >90 days to <18 years of age undergoing evaluation for a suspected musculoskeletal (MSK) infection from 2017 to 2019 at 23 pediatric emergency departments (EDs) affiliated with the Pediatric Emergency Medicine Collaborative Research Committee. Cases were identified by diagnosis codes and confirmed by chart review to meet accepted diagnostic criteria for AHO. Controls included patients who underwent laboratory and imaging tests to evaluate for a suspected MSK infection and received an alternate final diagnosis. RESULTS We identified 1135 cases of AHO matched to 2270 controls. Multivariable logistic regression identified 10 clinical and laboratory factors independently associated with AHO. We derived a 4-point risk score for AHO using (1) duration of illness >3 days, (2) history of fever or highest ED temperature ≥38°C, (3) C-reactive protein >2.0 mg/dL, and (4) erythrocyte sedimentation rate >25 mm per hour (area under the curve: 0.892, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.881 to 0.901). Choosing to pursue definitive diagnostics for AHO when 3 or more factors are present maximizes diagnostic accuracy at 84% (95% CI: 82% to 85%), whereas children with 0 factors present are highly unlikely to have AHO (sensitivity: 0.99, 95% CI: 0.98 to 1.00). CONCLUSIONS We identified 10 predictors for AHO in children undergoing evaluation for a suspected MSK infection in the pediatric ED and derived a novel 4-point risk score to guide clinical decision-making.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Shari Platt
- Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Departments of Emergency Medicine
| | - Deborah A Levine
- Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Departments of Emergency Medicine
| | - Yuqing Qiu
- Population Health Sciences, NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, New York
| | - Lillian Buchhalter
- Division of Emergency Medicine, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
| | - Todd W Lyons
- Division of Emergency Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
| | - Nakia Gaines
- Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, University of Texas Southwestern, Children's Medical Center Dallas, Dallas, Texas
| | - Andrea T Cruz
- Divisions of Emergency Medicine and Infectious Diseases, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
| | - Sindhu Sudanagunta
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, Colorado
| | - Isabel J Hardee
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, Colorado
| | - Jonathan R Eisenberg
- Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Primary Children's Hospital, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
| | - Vanessa Tamas
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, University of California San Diego, Rady Children's Hospital San Diego, San Diego, California
| | - Constance McAneney
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Emergency Medicine, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio
| | - Sri S Chinta
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Emergency Medicine, Children's Wisconsin, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
| | - Claudia Yeung
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Phoenix Children's Hospital, Phoenix, Arizona
| | - Jeremy M Root
- Division of Emergency Medicine, Children's National Hospital, Washington, District of Columbia
| | - Colleen Fant
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Emergency Medicine, Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
| | - Jennifer Dunnick
- Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
| | - Elysha Pifko
- Division of Emergency Medicine, Nemours Children's Hospital of Delaware, Wilmington, Delaware
| | - Christine Campbell
- Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Children's of Alabama, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
| | - Madison Bruce
- University of Alabama at Birmingham, Heersink School of Medicine, Birmingham, Alabama
| | | | - Christopher M Pruitt
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Emergency Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina
| | - Leslie A Hueschen
- Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Children Mercy Hospital, University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri
| | - Irma T Ugalde
- Division of Emergency Medicine, McGovern, Utah Health, Houston, Texas
| | - Callie Becker
- Division of Emergency Medicine, University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital, Minneapolis, Minnesota
| | - Elena Granda
- Department of Pediatrics, Rio Hortega University Hospital, Valladolid, Spain
| | - Eileen J Klein
- Division of Emergency Medicine, University Department of Pediatrics, Washington School of Medicine, Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, Washington
| | - Ron L Kaplan
- Division of Emergency Medicine, University Department of Pediatrics, Washington School of Medicine, Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, Washington
| |
Collapse
|
30
|
Sarmiento Clemente A, McNeil JC, Hultén KG, Vallejo JG, Scheurer ME, Kaplan SL. Assessing Risk for Complications in Acute Hematogenous Osteomyelitis in Children: Validation of 2 Predictive Scores. J Pediatric Infect Dis Soc 2023; 12:610-617. [PMID: 37880823 DOI: 10.1093/jpids/piad095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 10/27/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Acute hematogenous osteomyelitis (AHO) can be associated with severe complications which can be difficult to predict in the clinical setting. The previously published predictive acute complication score ("A-SCORE") and chronic complication score ("C-SCORE") show promise, however, further external validation is needed. METHODS We performed a retrospective study of 418 children with AHO and analyzed the performance of A-SCORE (variables included bone abscess, fever after 48 h of starting antibiotics, suppurative arthritis, disseminated disease, and delayed source control) to predict risk for acute complicated course (treatment failure, prolonged admission, and/or need for ≥2 bone debridements) and C-SCORE (includes disseminated disease, bone debridement, and CRP ≥10 mg/dL at 2-4 days after starting antibiotics) to predict chronic complications (growth restriction, pathologic fracture, chronic osteomyelitis, avascular necrosis, joint deformity, and/or frozen joint). RESULTS An acute complicated course occurred in 106/418 (25.4%); 51/380 (13.5%) with complete follow-up data had a chronic complication. The A-SCORE performed with similar specificity (78%) and negative predictive value (NPV) (92%), and higher sensitivity (81%) and increased area under the receiver operating curve (AUC) (0.87) in our population. The C-SCORE performed with similar sensitivity (64%) and NPV (94%) but had lower specificity (86%) and AUC (0.71) than originally reported. Other variables associated with development of complications such as tibia involvement and bacteremia ≥2 days were identified but did not result in significantly improved predictive scores. CONCLUSIONS Predictive A-SCORE and C-SCORE for AHO complications in children may help guide acute management and long-term follow-up decisions. Prospective studies are needed to determine their applicability.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Adriana Sarmiento Clemente
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Infectious Diseases, Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, Texas, USA
| | - J Chase McNeil
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Infectious Diseases, Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, Texas, USA
| | - Kristina G Hultén
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Infectious Diseases, Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, Texas, USA
| | - Jesus G Vallejo
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Infectious Diseases, Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, Texas, USA
| | - Michael E Scheurer
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Hematology/Oncology, Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, Texas, USA
| | - Sheldon L Kaplan
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Infectious Diseases, Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, Texas, USA
| |
Collapse
|
31
|
Valisena S, De Marco G, Cochard B, Di Laura Frattura G, Bazin L, Vazquez O, Steiger C, Dayer R, Ceroni D. Is the emergency MRI protocol for acute pediatric osteoarticular infection a luxury or an absolute priority? Front Pediatr 2023; 11:1328870. [PMID: 38155738 PMCID: PMC10753816 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2023.1328870] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 12/30/2023] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Silvia Valisena
- Pediatric Orthopedics Unit, Pediatric Surgery Service, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
- Division of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
| | - Giacomo De Marco
- Pediatric Orthopedics Unit, Pediatric Surgery Service, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
| | - Blaise Cochard
- Pediatric Orthopedics Unit, Pediatric Surgery Service, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
- Division of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
| | - Giorgio Di Laura Frattura
- Pediatric Orthopedics Unit, Pediatric Surgery Service, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
| | - Ludmilla Bazin
- Pediatric Orthopedics Unit, Pediatric Surgery Service, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
| | - Oscar Vazquez
- Pediatric Orthopedics Unit, Pediatric Surgery Service, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
| | - Christina Steiger
- Pediatric Orthopedics Unit, Pediatric Surgery Service, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
| | - Romain Dayer
- Pediatric Orthopedics Unit, Pediatric Surgery Service, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
| | - Dimitri Ceroni
- Pediatric Orthopedics Unit, Pediatric Surgery Service, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
| |
Collapse
|
32
|
Hiskey L, Saifuddin H, Levy ER, Hentz R, Rajapakse NS, Dinnes LM, Ristagno EH. First-Generation Cephalosporins for Treatment of Acute Hematogenous Osteomyelitis in Children: A Study of Efficacy and Adverse Effects. Open Forum Infect Dis 2023; 10:ofad610. [PMID: 38156049 PMCID: PMC10753912 DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofad610] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2023] [Accepted: 12/12/2023] [Indexed: 12/30/2023] Open
Abstract
Background Acute hematogenous osteomyelitis (AHO) is a relatively infrequent but significant infection in pediatric patients. As Staphylococcus aureus is the most common cause of AHO, intravenous and oral first-generation cephalosporins are common therapies. Cephalexin is a commonly prescribed oral therapy for pediatric AHO, although it requires frequent dosing that may affect adherence. Cefadroxil is a comparable oral first-generation cephalosporin with a more desirable dosing schedule. Methods We reviewed pediatric patients admitted to Mayo Clinic between March 2002 and September 2020 for management of AHO who received treatment with a first-generation cephalosporin. We reviewed timing of oral therapy transition, therapy-associated adverse effects, and recurrence of disease after completion of therapy. Results There were 59 patients included in the study. There was similar occurrence of adverse effects in patients receiving cefadroxil and cephalexin, although use of cefadroxil coincided with more gastrointestinal adverse effects and leukopenia and use of cephalexin with more rash and neutropenia. One secondary treatment failure occurred in our study, in a patient receiving cephalexin for treatment of septic arthritis. Conclusions Cefadroxil may be a reasonable alternative oral therapy for methicillin-susceptible S aureus or culture-negative AHO in pediatric patients, particularly when a less frequent dosing schedule is desired. Future study with a larger sample size is warranted.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Lisa Hiskey
- Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
| | - Hiba Saifuddin
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Louisiana State University, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
| | - Emily R Levy
- Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
- Division of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
| | - Roland Hentz
- Division of Clinical Trials and Biostatistics, Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
| | - Nipunie S Rajapakse
- Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
| | - Laura M Dinnes
- Department of Pharmacy, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
| | - Elizabeth H Ristagno
- Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
| |
Collapse
|
33
|
Davido B, Crémieux AC, Nich C, De Truchis P, Vaugier I, Gatin L, Tattevin P, Saleh-Mghir A. Effect of achieving bone sterilisation on bone architecture and bone marrow, in an experimental rabbit model of osteomyelitis caused by carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales. Int J Antimicrob Agents 2023; 62:107003. [PMID: 37839717 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijantimicag.2023.107003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2023] [Revised: 09/05/2023] [Accepted: 09/29/2023] [Indexed: 10/17/2023]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES Natural history and treatment of bone infections caused by carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales (CPE) are poorly defined. We evaluated the effect of treatment on the progression of subacute osteomyelitis in a rabbit model. METHODS Two isolates were used: a KPC-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae and an Escherichia coli harbouring blaOXA-48 and blaCTX-M15 inserts, both susceptible to gentamicin, colistin, fosfomycin, and ceftazidime-avibactam. Osteomyelitis was induced in rabbits by tibial injection of 2 × 108 colony-forming units/mL. Antibiotics were started 14 d later, for 7 d, in 6 groups of 12 rabbits. Three days after treatment completion (D24), rabbits were euthanised and bones were cultured. Bone marrow and bone architecture macroscopic changes were evaluated through analysis of pictures by investigators unaware of the rabbit treatment group and microbiological outcome, using scales ranging from 0 (normal) to 3 (severe lesions) depending on modifications. RESULTS Bone marrow modifications induced by local infection were similar between prematurely deceased animals and non-sterilised animals (P = 0.14) but differed significantly from animals that achieved bone sterilisation after treatment (P = 0.04). Conversely, when comparing bone deformity, rabbits who died early (n = 13) had similar bone architecture as those achieving bone sterilisation (P = 0.12), as opposed to those not sterilised after treatment (P = 0.04). After a multivariate logistic regression, bone marrow scale ≤2 was associated with bone sterilisation (P < 0.001), and bone architecture scale ≤2 was associated with bone sterilisation (adjusted odds ratio = 2.7; 95% confidence interval 1.14-6.37) and KPC infection (adjusted odds ratio = 5.1; 95% confidence interval 2.17-12.13). CONCLUSION Effective antibacterial treatment reduces bone architecture distortion and bone marrow changes. These variables may be used as proxy for bone sterilisation.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- B Davido
- UMR 1173, Versailles Saint-Quentin University, Versailles, France; Infectious Diseases Department, Raymond Poincaré Paris Saclay University Hospital, Garches, France.
| | - A C Crémieux
- UMR 1173, Versailles Saint-Quentin University, Versailles, France; FHU PROTHEE, St Louis-Lariboisière Hospital, Paris-Cité University, Paris, France
| | - C Nich
- Orthopaedic Surgery Unit, Nantes University Hospital, Nantes, France; INSERM, UMRS 1229, Nantes University, Regenerative Medicine and Skeleton, ONIRIS, Nantes, France
| | - P De Truchis
- UMR 1173, Versailles Saint-Quentin University, Versailles, France
| | - I Vaugier
- CIC, Raymond Poincaré Paris Saclay University Hospital, Garches, France
| | - L Gatin
- Neuro-orthopedy Unit, Raymond Poincaré Paris Saclay University Hospital, Garches, France
| | - P Tattevin
- INSERM, CIC 1414, Rennes, France; Infectious diseases department, CHU Ponchaillou, Rennes, France
| | - A Saleh-Mghir
- UMR 1173, Versailles Saint-Quentin University, Versailles, France; Infectious Diseases Department, Raymond Poincaré Paris Saclay University Hospital, Garches, France
| |
Collapse
|
34
|
Neto JA, Pereira PF, Reis Melo A, Tavares M. Pasteurella multocida as an agent for osteoarticular infection. BMJ Case Rep 2023; 16:e255347. [PMID: 38050386 PMCID: PMC10693856 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2023-255347] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/06/2023] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Joana Afonso Neto
- Pediatrics Department, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João, Porto, Portugal
- Pediatrics, University of Porto Faculty of Medicine, Porto, Porto, Portugal
| | | | - Ana Reis Melo
- Paediatrics, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João, Porto, Portugal
- Pediatric Infectious Diseases and Primary Immunodeficiencies Unit, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João, Porto, Portugal
| | - Margarida Tavares
- Paediatrics, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João, Porto, Portugal
- Pediatric Infectious Diseases and Primary Immunodeficiencies Unit, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João, Porto, Portugal
| |
Collapse
|
35
|
Gouveia C, Subtil A, Aguiar P, Canhão H, Norte S, Arcangelo J, Varandas L, Tavares D. Osteoarticular Infections: Younger Children With Septic Arthritis and Low Inflammatory Patterns Have a Better Prognosis in a European Cohort. Pediatr Infect Dis J 2023; 42:969-974. [PMID: 37625093 DOI: 10.1097/inf.0000000000004074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/27/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Osteoarticular infections (OAI) are associated with complications and sequelae in children, whose prediction are of great importance in improving outcomes. We aimed to design risk prediction models to identify early complications and sequelae in children with OAI. METHODS This observational study included children (>3 months-17 years old) with acute OAI admitted to a tertiary-care pediatric hospital between 2008 and 2018. Clinical treatment, complications and sequelae were recorded. We developed a multivariable logistic predictive model for an acute complicated course (ACC) and another for sequelae. RESULTS A total of 240 children were identified, 17.5% with ACC and 6.0% and 3.6% with sequelae at 6 and 12 months of follow-up, respectively. In the multivariable logistic predictive model for ACC, predictors were fever at admission [adjusted odds ratio (aOR): 2.98; 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.10-8.12], C-reactive protein ≥100 mg/L (aOR: 2.37; 95% CI: 1.05-5.35), osteomyelitis (aOR: 4.39; 95% CI: 2.04-9.46) and Staphylococcus aureus infection (aOR: 3.50; 95% CI: 1.39-8.77), with an area under the ROC curve of 0.831 (95% CI: 0.767-0.895). For sequelae at 6 months, predictors were age ≥4 years (aOR: 4.08; 95% CI: 1.00-16.53), C-reactive protein ≥110 mg/L (aOR: 4.59; 95% CI: 1.25-16.90), disseminated disease (aOR: 9.21; 95% CI: 1.82-46.73) and bone abscess (OR: 5.46; 95% CI: 1.23-24.21), with an area under the ROC curve of 0.887 (95% CI: 0.815-0.959). CONCLUSIONS In our model we could identify patients at low risk for complications and sequelae, probably requiring a less aggressive approach.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Catarina Gouveia
- Faculdade de Ciências Médicas, Nova Medical School
- Global Health and Tropical Medicine, Instituto de Higiene e Medicina Tropical, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
| | - Ana Subtil
- NOVA National School of Public Health, Public Health Research Centre, Comprehensive Health Research Center, CHRC, NOVA University Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
- CEMAT, Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
| | - Pedro Aguiar
- NOVA National School of Public Health, Public Health Research Centre, Comprehensive Health Research Center, CHRC, NOVA University Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
| | - Helena Canhão
- NOVA Medical School, Comprehensive Health Research Center, CHRC, NOVA University Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
- Orthopaedic Unit, Paediatric Department, Hospital de Dona Estefânia, CHULC - EPE, Lisbon, Portugal
| | - Susana Norte
- NOVA Medical School, Comprehensive Health Research Center, CHRC, NOVA University Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
- Orthopaedic Unit, Paediatric Department, Hospital de Dona Estefânia, CHULC - EPE, Lisbon, Portugal
| | - Joana Arcangelo
- NOVA Medical School, Comprehensive Health Research Center, CHRC, NOVA University Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
- Orthopaedic Unit, Paediatric Department, Hospital de Dona Estefânia, CHULC - EPE, Lisbon, Portugal
| | - Luís Varandas
- Faculdade de Ciências Médicas, Nova Medical School
- Global Health and Tropical Medicine, Instituto de Higiene e Medicina Tropical, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
| | - Delfin Tavares
- NOVA Medical School, Comprehensive Health Research Center, CHRC, NOVA University Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
- Orthopaedic Unit, Paediatric Department, Hospital de Dona Estefânia, CHULC - EPE, Lisbon, Portugal
| |
Collapse
|
36
|
Lorrot M, Gillet Y, Basmaci R, Bréhin C, Dommergues MA, Favier M, Jeziorski E, Panetta L, Pinquier D, Ouziel A, Grimprel E, Cohen R. Antibiotic therapy for osteoarticular infections in 2023: Proposals from the Pediatric Infectious Pathology Group (GPIP). Infect Dis Now 2023; 53:104789. [PMID: 37741341 DOI: 10.1016/j.idnow.2023.104789] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Accepted: 09/18/2023] [Indexed: 09/25/2023]
Abstract
Most osteoarticular infections (OAI) occur via the hematogenous route, affect children under 5 years of age old, and include osteomyelitis, septic arthritis, osteoarthritis and spondylodiscitis. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment are needed to avoid complications. Children with suspected OAI should be hospitalized at the start of therapy. Surgical drainage is indicated in patients with septic arthritis or periosteal abscess. Staphylococcus aureus is implicated in OAI in children at all ages; Kingella kingae is a very common causative pathogen in children from 6 months to 4 years old. The French Pediatric Infectious Disease Group recommends empirical antibiotic therapy with appropriate coverage against methicillin-sensitive S. aureus (MSSA) with high doses (150 mg/kg/d) of intravenous cefazolin. In most children presenting uncomplicated OAI with favorable outcome (disappearance of fever and pain), short intravenous antibiotic therapy during 3 days can be followed by oral therapy. In the absence of bacteriological identification, oral relay is carried out with the amoxicillin/clavulanate combination (80 mg/kg/d of amoxicillin) or cefalexin (150 mg/kg/d). If the bacterial species is identified, antibiotic therapy will be adapted to antibiotic susceptibility. The minimum total duration of antibiotic therapy should be 14 days for septic arthritis, 3 weeks for osteomyelitis and 4-6 weeks for OAI of the pelvis, spondylodiscitis and more severe OAI, and those evolving slowly under treatment or with an underlying medical condition (neonate, infant under 3 months of old, immunocompromised patients). Treatment of spondylodiscitis and severe OAI requires systematic orthopedic advice.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Mathie Lorrot
- General Pediatrics Department, Centre de Référence des Infections Ostéoarticulaires complexes (CRIOAc Pitié-Trousseau), France; Sorbonne Université, France; Pediatric Infectious Pathology Group of the French Pediatric Society, Créteil, France
| | - Yves Gillet
- Pediatric Infectious Pathology Group of the French Pediatric Society, Créteil, France; Faculty of Medicine Lyon Est - Claude Bernard University Lyon 1, France; Pediatric Emergency and Intensive Care Service, Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant, Hospices Civils de Lyon, France
| | - Romain Basmaci
- Pediatric Infectious Pathology Group of the French Pediatric Society, Créteil, France; Service de Pédiatrie-urgences, Hôpital Louis-Mourier, Colombes, France; Université Paris Cité et Université Sorbonne Paris Nord, Inserm, IAME, F-75018 Paris, France
| | - Camille Bréhin
- Pediatric Infectious Pathology Group of the French Pediatric Society, Créteil, France; Pédiatrie Générale, CHU Toulouse, France
| | - Marie-Aliette Dommergues
- Pediatric Infectious Pathology Group of the French Pediatric Society, Créteil, France; Service de pédiatrie, Centre Hospitalier de Versailles, Le Chesnay, France
| | - Marion Favier
- Pediatric Infectious Pathology Group of the French Pediatric Society, Créteil, France; Service urgences post-urgences pédiatriques, CHU Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France
| | - Eric Jeziorski
- Pediatric Infectious Pathology Group of the French Pediatric Society, Créteil, France; Service urgences post-urgences pédiatriques, PCCEI, CeRéMAIA, Univ Montpellier, CHU Montpellier, Montpellier, France
| | - Luc Panetta
- Pediatric Infectious Pathology Group of the French Pediatric Society, Créteil, France; Faculty of Medicine Lyon Est - Claude Bernard University Lyon 1, France; Pediatric Emergency and Intensive Care Service, Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant, Hospices Civils de Lyon, France
| | - Didier Pinquier
- Pediatric Infectious Pathology Group of the French Pediatric Society, Créteil, France; Department of Neonatal and Pediatric Intensive Care Medicine, Normadie University, UNIROUEN, INSERM U1245, CHU Rouen, 7600 Rouen, France
| | - Antoine Ouziel
- Pediatric Infectious Pathology Group of the French Pediatric Society, Créteil, France; Faculty of Medicine Lyon Est - Claude Bernard University Lyon 1, France; Pediatric Emergency and Intensive Care Service, Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant, Hospices Civils de Lyon, France
| | - Emmanuel Grimprel
- General Pediatrics Department, Centre de Référence des Infections Ostéoarticulaires complexes (CRIOAc Pitié-Trousseau), France; Sorbonne Université, France; Pediatric Infectious Pathology Group of the French Pediatric Society, Créteil, France
| | - Robert Cohen
- Pediatric Infectious Pathology Group of the French Pediatric Society, Créteil, France; Université Paris Est, IMRB-GRC GEMINI, 94000 Créteil, France; Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal de Créteil, France; ACTIV, Association Clinique et Thérapeutique Infantile du Val de Marne, Créteil des Fossés, France.
| |
Collapse
|
37
|
Parikh AK, Richer EJ, Shen A, Zhang C, Braithwaite KA, Rostad BS. An Abbreviated Non-Contrast MRI Protocol for Osteomyelitis May Reduce the Need for Sedation in Young Children. Curr Probl Diagn Radiol 2023; 52:485-492. [PMID: 37248135 DOI: 10.1067/j.cpradiol.2023.05.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2023] [Revised: 03/22/2023] [Accepted: 05/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
Abstract
Lengthy MRI examinations in young children often requires sedation. When sedation is unavailable, critical imaging may be delayed. Abbreviating the imaging protocol to a few essential sequences may reduce the need for sedation and prevent delays in patient care. We retrospectively evaluated an abbreviated noncontrast MRI protocol to diagnose lower extremity osteomyelitis in the pediatric population. The IRB approved this study. The radiology information system was searched for lower extremity MRI examinations for osteomyelitis in patients <20 years old from August 2020 to August 2021. Three noncontrast sequences (long axis T1 without fat saturation (FS), long axis STIR, and axial T2 with FS) were independently reviewed by 2 pediatric radiologists. The accuracy of the reviewers was compared to the clinical radiology report based on the unabridged contrast-enhanced standard department protocol. The search yielded 80 exams, mean age was 7 years old, 59% (47/80) were male, and 41% (33/80) were female. The accuracies of reviewer A and reviewer B were 95% and 89%, respectively. The reviewer inter-observer agreement for the diagnosis of osteomyelitis was strong (k = 0.79). The accuracy of an abbreviated noncontrast MRI protocol to evaluate lower extremity osteomyelitis in children approaches that of the unabridged protocol and has the potential to decrease the need for sedation in young children.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ashishkumar K Parikh
- Department of Radiology, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Emory University, Atlanta, GA,.
| | - Edward J Richer
- Department of Radiology, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
| | | | - Chao Zhang
- General Dynamics Information Technology Inc., Falls Church, VA
| | - Kiery A Braithwaite
- Department of Radiology, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
| | - Bradley S Rostad
- Department of Radiology, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
| |
Collapse
|
38
|
McDaniel LM, Fiawoo S, Tamma PD, Same RG. Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole for Pediatric Osteoarticular Infections. J Pediatric Infect Dis Soc 2023; 12:534-539. [PMID: 37757866 DOI: 10.1093/jpids/piad076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) is active against most Staphylococcus aureus isolates but is not widely used for the treatment of pediatric osteoarticular infections. METHODS This was a comparative effectiveness study of hospitalized patients ≤18 years treated with TMP-SMX vs. other antibiotic regimens for acute osteoarticular infections between 2016 and 2021 at 3 hospitals using inverse probability of treatment weighted propensity score analysis. The primary outcome was treatment failure, a composite of unanticipated emergency department (ED) or outpatient visits, hospital readmissions, extension, or change of antibiotic therapy due to inadequate clinical response, or death, all within 6 months after completing antibiotics. The secondary outcome was antibiotic-associated adverse events (AEs) within 6 months. The exposed group for the treatment failure analysis included children who received ≥7 days of TMP-SMX and did not experience treatment failure while on another antibiotic. Children receiving at least 1 dose of TMP-SMX were the exposed group for the AE analysis. RESULTS One-hundred and sixteen patients met eligibility criteria; 26 (22.4%) patients were classified into the TMP-SMX cohort and 90 (77.6%) into the other antibiotics cohort (most commonly clindamycin, vancomycin, and cefazolin). There was no significant difference in treatment failure between TMP-SMX and other antibiotics (43% vs. 19%; 95% CI .9-10.4). More patients in the TMP-SMX cohort experienced an unplanned ED or outpatient visit (OR 4.8, 95% CI 1.3-17.8). There was no difference in hospital readmission, antibiotic change, or duration extension. Exposure to TMP-SMX was associated with more AEs (41% vs. 19%, P = .012). CONCLUSIONS Treatment with TMP-SMX was not associated with greater clinical failure but was associated with more AEs compared to alternative agents for the treatment of pediatric acute osteoarticular infections.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Lauren M McDaniel
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, Washington, USA
| | - Suiyini Fiawoo
- Department of Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins Children's Center, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
| | - Pranita D Tamma
- Department of Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins Children's Center, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
| | - Rebecca G Same
- Department of Pediatrics, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
| |
Collapse
|
39
|
De Marco G, Cochard B, Di Laura Frattura G, Valisena S, Bazin L, Ceroni D. Reflection on osteoarticular infections in children. Front Pediatr 2023; 11:1280878. [PMID: 37964812 PMCID: PMC10641747 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2023.1280878] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 10/16/2023] [Indexed: 11/16/2023] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Giacomo De Marco
- Pediatric Orthopedics Unit, Pediatric Surgery Service, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
| | - Blaise Cochard
- Pediatric Orthopedics Unit, Pediatric Surgery Service, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
- Division of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
| | - Giorgio Di Laura Frattura
- Pediatric Orthopedics Unit, Pediatric Surgery Service, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
| | - Silvia Valisena
- Division of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
| | - Ludmilla Bazin
- Pediatric Orthopedics Unit, Pediatric Surgery Service, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
| | - Dimitri Ceroni
- Pediatric Orthopedics Unit, Pediatric Surgery Service, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
| |
Collapse
|
40
|
Liu D, Rehemutula A, Si Y, Zhou H, Li J, Chen Z, Li L. Clinical study of drug-loaded calcium sulfate in the treatment of hematogenous osteomyelitis in children. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2023; 24:822. [PMID: 37848868 PMCID: PMC10580590 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-023-06948-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2023] [Accepted: 10/08/2023] [Indexed: 10/19/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND At present, good results have been obtained in the treatment of hematogenous osteomyelitis(HO) in children by the use of drug-loaded calcium sulfate, but there are few clinical studies reported. The aim of this study was to investigate the clinical efficacy of radical debridement combined with drug-laden calcium sulphate antibiotics in paediatric haematogenous osteomyelitis. METHODS In this study, we retrospectively analyzed the clinical data of 15 cases of pediatric hematogenous osteomyelitis admitted to our hospital in recent years. A total of 15 pediatric patients with HO treated in our hospital from January 2018 to February 2022 were included for evaluation. RESULTS All 15 patients were treated with drug-laden calcium sulfate, and the antibiotic of choice was vancomycin in 14 cases and vancomycin combined with gentamicin in 1 case. The follow-up period ranged from 12 to 36 months, with a mean follow-up time of 24.73 months, and all children were treated with drug-laden calcium sulfate with satisfactory clinical outcomes. The results of serological examination showed that the preoperative white blood cell count level, C-reactive protein and erythrocyte sedimentation rate were higher than the postoperative ones, and the differences were statistically significant (P < 0.05).After the operation, referring to the treatment standard of McKee's osteomyelitis, 15 cases were cured without recurrence; According to the Lower Extremities Functional Scale, 12 cases were excellent, 2 cases were good and 1 case was moderate, with an excellent rate of 93.33%. Children with lower limb involvement could walk with full weight bearing, and gait was basically normal. CONCLUSION Drug-loaded calcium sulfate is a good therapeutic method for the treatment of hematogenous osteomyelitis in children, with a effect of reducing complications and reducing recurrence.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Dun Liu
- Department of Orthopedics, Traditional Chinese Medical Hospital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, China
| | - Aierken Rehemutula
- Department of Orthopedics, Traditional Chinese Medical Hospital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, China
| | - Yu Si
- Department of Orthopedics, Traditional Chinese Medical Hospital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, China
| | - Hongyu Zhou
- Department of Orthopedics, Traditional Chinese Medical Hospital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, China
| | - Jingyang Li
- Department of Orthopedics, Traditional Chinese Medical Hospital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, China
| | - Zihao Chen
- Department of Orthopedics, Traditional Chinese Medical Hospital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, China
| | - Li Li
- Department of Orthopedics, Traditional Chinese Medical Hospital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, China.
| |
Collapse
|
41
|
Hachem A, Copley LAB. What's New in Pediatric Septic Arthritis? A Review of Pertinent Clinical Questions. J Pediatr Orthop 2023; 43:578-583. [PMID: 37332197 DOI: 10.1097/bpo.0000000000002453] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/20/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND The evaluation and treatment of children with septic arthritis (SA) is challenging and requires an organized approach to address the spectrum of pathogens which appear to aggregate in age-specific groups. Although evidence-based guidelines have recently been published for the evaluation and treatment of children with acute hematogenous osteomyelitis, there is a relative dearth of literature devoted exclusively to SA. METHODS Recently published guidance for the evaluation and treatment of children with SA was reviewed and evaluated with respect to pertinent clinical questions to summarize what is new in this area of practice for pediatric orthopaedic surgeons. RESULTS Evidence suggests that there is a profound difference between children with primary SA and those who have contiguous osteomyelitis. This disruption of the commonly accepted paradigm of a continuum of osteoarticular infections has important implications in the evaluation and treatment of children with primary SA. Clinical prediction algorithms have been established to help determine the applicability of magnetic resonance imaging during the evaluation of children suspected to have SA. Antibiotic duration for SA has been recently studied with some evidence in favor of short-course parenteral followed by short-course oral therapy may be successful if the pathogen is not methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus . CONCLUSION Recent studies of children with SA have provided better guidance for evaluation and treatment to improve diagnostic accuracy, processes of evaluation, and clinical outcomes. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level 4.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ahmad Hachem
- Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine-Jacksonville, University of Florida, Jacksonville, FL
| | - Lawson A B Copley
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Pediatrics, University of Texas Southwestern, Dallas, TX
| |
Collapse
|
42
|
Dimopoulou D, Mantadakis E, Koutserimpas C, Samonis G. A Narrative Review on the Role of Dalbavancin in the Treatment of Bone and Joint Infections. Antibiotics (Basel) 2023; 12:1492. [PMID: 37887193 PMCID: PMC10604335 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics12101492] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2023] [Revised: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 09/27/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023] Open
Abstract
Bone and joint infections (BJI) require prolonged antimicrobial treatment, leading to lengthy hospitalizations, high costs, the risk of nosocomial infections, and the development of antimicrobial resistance. Dalbavancin is a novel semisynthetic lipoglycopeptide approved for the treatment of adults and children with acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections. This narrative review aims to summarize the characteristics of dalbavancin and the current scientific evidence regarding its clinical efficacy and safety in the treatment of BJI. A literature search until June 2023 was performed to identify all published research about the role of dalbavancin in the management of BJI. Due to its unique pharmacokinetics characterized by prolonged half-life, high bactericidal activity against most Gram-positive bacteria, a good safety profile, and high tissue penetration, dalbavancin can be a valuable alternative to the treatment of BJI. Clinical studies have shown its non-inferiority compared to conventional therapies in BJI, offering potent activity against key pathogens and an extended dosing interval that may shorten hospitalization. In conclusion, dalbavancin represents a promising treatment option for BJI with a favorable safety profile, but further research in both adults and particularly children, who are ideal candidates for long-acting antibiotics, is necessary to evaluate the role of dalbavancin in BJI.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Dimitra Dimopoulou
- Second Department of Pediatrics, “Aghia Sophia” Children’s Hospital, 115 27 Athens, Greece;
| | - Elpis Mantadakis
- Department of Pediatrics, University General Hospital of Alexandroupolis, 681 00 Alexandroupolis, Greece;
| | - Christos Koutserimpas
- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, “251” Hellenic Air Force General Hospital of Athens, 115 25 Athens, Greece;
| | - George Samonis
- Department of Medicine, University of Crete, 715 00 Heraklion, Greece
- First Department of Medical Oncology, “Metropolitan” Hospital, 185 47 Attica, Greece
| |
Collapse
|
43
|
Campbell JI, Shanahan KH, Bartick M, Ali M, Goldmann D, Shaikh N, Allende-Richter S. Racial and Ethnic Differences in Length of Stay for US Children Hospitalized for Acute Osteomyelitis. J Pediatr 2023; 259:113424. [PMID: 37084849 PMCID: PMC10527861 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2023.113424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2022] [Revised: 11/02/2022] [Accepted: 03/31/2023] [Indexed: 04/23/2023]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE To examine the associations between race and ethnicity and length of stay (LOS) for US children with acute osteomyelitis. STUDY DESIGN Using the Kids' Inpatient Database, we conducted a cross-sectional study of children <21 years old hospitalized in 2016 or 2019 with acute osteomyelitis. Using survey-weighted negative binomial regression, we modeled LOS by race and ethnicity, adjusting for clinical and hospital characteristics and socioeconomic status. Secondary outcomes included prolonged LOS, defined as LOS of >7 days (equivalent to LOS in the highest quartile). RESULTS We identified 2388 children discharged with acute osteomyelitis. The median LOS was 5 days (IQR, 3-7). Compared with White children, children of Black race (adjusted incidence rate ratio [aIRR] 1.15; 95% CI, 1.05-1.27), Hispanic ethnicity (aIRR 1.11; 95% CI, 1.02-1.21), and other race and ethnicity (aIRR 1.12; 95% CI, 1.01-1.23) had a significantly longer LOS. The odds of Black children experiencing prolonged LOS was 46% higher compared with White children (aOR, 1.46; 95% CI, 1.01-2.11). CONCLUSIONS Children of Black race, Hispanic ethnicity, and other race and ethnicity with acute osteomyelitis experienced longer LOS than White children. Elucidating the mechanisms underlying these race- and ethnicity-based differences, including social drivers such as access to care, structural racism, and bias in provision of inpatient care, may improve management and outcomes for children with acute osteomyelitis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jeffrey I Campbell
- Division of Infectious Diseases, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA.
| | | | - Melissa Bartick
- Department of Medicine, Mount Auburn Hospital, Cambridge, MA
| | - Mohsin Ali
- Division of Infectious Diseases, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
| | - Don Goldmann
- Division of Infectious Diseases, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA
| | - Nadia Shaikh
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria, Peoria, IL
| | | |
Collapse
|
44
|
Nikkhahmanesh N, Vij N, Ranade AS, Belthur M. Primary Fibular Osteomyelitis in Children: A Systematic Review. Cureus 2023; 15:e41345. [PMID: 37546085 PMCID: PMC10398615 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.41345] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/03/2023] [Indexed: 08/08/2023] Open
Abstract
Osteomyelitis of the fibula is rare and is especially rare in children. The published literature is limited to case series and is thus lacking a comprehensive description of the disease. The purpose of this systematic review is to provide the first comprehensive summary of the demographics, presenting symptoms, laboratory values, microbiology, and treatment results of osteomyelitis of the fibula in children based on the existing literature. This institutional review board (IRB)-exempt systematic review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Protocol (PRISMA-P) guidelines. Three search engines were used for a total of 239 studies. Twenty-six studies were screened by full text. Twelve articles underwent a quantitative analysis. Due to limited data and heterogenous reporting, the data were summarized descriptively. The methodologic quality of the studies was evaluated based on the Newcastle-Ottawa scale. The average age was 7.71±3.49 years, and males comprised 57% of the 21 cases. The most common presenting symptoms were fever (86%), antalgic gait (57%), and localized tenderness (81%). The most common site of involvement was the distal third of the fibula (90%). The average C-reactive protein (CRP) was 90.1±38.3 mg/L, and the average erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) was 58.8±21.2 mm/hour. Staphylococcus aureus was the most cultured pathogen reported in 10/21 cases (48%). Open surgery was performed in 17/21 cases (81%), and there were no reported complications. Fever, antalgic gait, and localized tenderness should raise the index of suspicion. Prompt laboratory and radiographic evaluations can help reduce delays in diagnosis and improve outcomes. Blood and tissue cultures are currently performed in about half of the cases. Improvement in our microbiologic diagnosis has the potential to improve antibiotic selection. Local methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) prevalence must be taken into consideration when starting empiric antibiotic treatment. Surgical treatment is often required with a low complication rate. The clinical and laboratory parameters identified in this study have the potential for integration into a composite clinical score.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nia Nikkhahmanesh
- Orthopedics, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix, USA
| | - Neeraj Vij
- Orthopedics, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix, USA
| | - Ashish S Ranade
- Orthopedics, Blooming Buds Centre for Pediatric Orthopaedics, Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital and Research Centre, Pune, IND
| | - Mohan Belthur
- Pediatric Orthopedics, Phoenix Children's Hospital, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix, USA
| |
Collapse
|
45
|
Rogers NG, Carrillo-Marquez M, Carlisle A, Sanders CD, Burge L. Friends Not Foes: Optimizing Collaboration with Subspecialists. Orthop Clin North Am 2023; 54:277-285. [PMID: 37271556 DOI: 10.1016/j.ocl.2023.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
Abstract
Pediatric orthopedic patients can be complex to manage. As orthopedists plan for possible surgical interventions, consultation with pediatric subspecialists will be necessary. This article discusses the considerations an orthopedist should make when deciding on the timing and the appropriateness of consultation-both preoperatively and perioperatively. Consultation before surgical intervention will especially be useful if the subspecialist will be collaborating in the management of the condition postoperatively (whether inpatient or outpatient). Clear and early consultation in both written and verbal format will facilitate quality and expedite the patient's care.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nathaniel G Rogers
- Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, 49 North Dunlap Street, Memphis, TN 38103, USA.
| | - Maria Carrillo-Marquez
- Division of Infectious Diseases, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, 49 North Dunlap Street, Memphis, TN 38103, USA
| | - Annette Carlisle
- Division of Allergy & Immunology, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, 49 North Dunlap Street, Memphis, TN 38103, USA
| | - Catherine D Sanders
- Division of Pulmonology, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, 49 North Dunlap Street, Memphis, TN 38103, USA
| | - Lauren Burge
- Division of Child Abuse, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, 49 North Dunlap Street, Memphis, TN 38103, USA
| |
Collapse
|
46
|
Mitchell PD, Abraham A, Carpenter C, Henman PD, Mavrotas J, McCaul J, Sanghrajka A, Theologis T. Consensus guidelines on the management of musculoskeletal infection affecting children in the UK. Bone Joint J 2023; 105-B:815-820. [PMID: 37399098 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.105b7.bjj-2022-1316.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/05/2023]
Abstract
Aims The aim of this study was to determine the consensus best practice approach for the investigation and management of children (aged 0 to 15 years) in the UK with musculoskeletal infection (including septic arthritis, osteomyelitis, pyomyositis, tenosynovitis, fasciitis, and discitis). This consensus can then be used to ensure consistent, safe care for children in UK hospitals and those elsewhere with similar healthcare systems. Methods A Delphi approach was used to determine consensus in three core aspects of care: 1) assessment, investigation, and diagnosis; 2) treatment; and 3) service, pathways, and networks. A steering group of paediatric orthopaedic surgeons created statements which were then evaluated through a two-round Delphi survey sent to all members of the British Society for Children's Orthopaedic Surgery (BSCOS). Statements were only included ('consensus in') in the final agreed consensus if at least 75% of respondents scored the statement as critical for inclusion. Statements were discarded ('consensus out') if at least 75% of respondents scored them as not important for inclusion. Reporting these results followed the Appraisal Guidelines for Research and Evaluation. Results A total of 133 children's orthopaedic surgeons completed the first survey, and 109 the second. Out of 43 proposed statements included in the initial Delphi, 32 reached 'consensus in', 0 'consensus out', and 11 'no consensus'. These 11 statements were then reworded, amalgamated, or deleted before the second Delphi round of eight statements. All eight were accepted as 'consensus in', resulting in a total of 40 approved statements. Conclusion In the many aspects of medicine where relevant evidence is not available for clinicians to base their practice, a Delphi consensus can provide a strong body of opinion that acts as a benchmark for good quality clinical care. We would recommend clinicians managing children with musculoskeletal infection follow the guidance in the consensus statements in this article, to ensure care in all medical settings is consistent and safe.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | | | - Clare Carpenter
- University Hospital of Wales Healthcare NHS Trust, Cardiff, UK
| | - Philip D Henman
- Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
| | - Jason Mavrotas
- Health Education England North West School of Surgery, Manchester, UK
| | - Janet McCaul
- Royal Hospital for Sick Children Yorkhill, Glasgow, UK
| | | | - Tim Theologis
- Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, UK
| |
Collapse
|
47
|
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW The aim of this article is to review the recent guidelines and literature regarding the diagnosis and the treatment of common pediatric musculoskeletal infections: septic arthritis, osteomyelitis, pyomyositis, and Lyme disease. RECENT FINDINGS In the last decade, a better understanding of the causative organisms of common bacterial infections, including Kingella , leads to prompt targeted antimicrobial coverage in all musculoskeletal infections. Prompt diagnosis and treatment continues to be the mainstay in the treatment of children with osteoarticular infections. Efforts to improve early detection have lead to improving rapid lab diagnostic testing; however, more advanced diagnostics such as arthrocentesis for septic arthritis and MRI for osteomyelitis and pyomyositis, remain the gold standard. Shorter and narrowed antibiotic courses, with appropriate transition to outpatient oral treatment provide effective infection clearance and reduction in complications of disease. SUMMARY Advances in diagnostics, including pathogen identification as well as imaging continues to improve our ability to diagnose and treat these infections, although still lack ability to provide definitive diagnosis without more invasive nor advanced techniques.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Megan Hannon
- Division of Emergency Medicine
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
| | | |
Collapse
|
48
|
Yock-Corrales A, Naranjo-Zuñiga G. Regional Perspective of Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs in Latin American Pediatric Emergency Departments. Antibiotics (Basel) 2023; 12:antibiotics12050916. [PMID: 37237820 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics12050916] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2023] [Revised: 05/06/2023] [Accepted: 05/13/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
Abstract
Antibiotic stewardship (AS) programs have become a priority for health authorities to reduce the number of infections by super-resistant microorganisms. The need for these initiatives to minimize the inadequate use of antimicrobials is essential, and the election of the antibiotic in the emergency department usually impacts the choice of treatment if the patients need hospital admission, becoming an opportunity for antibiotic stewardship. In the pediatric population, broad-spectrum antibiotics are more likely to be overprescribed without any evidence-based management, and most of the publications have focused on the prescription of antibiotics in ambulatory settings. Antibiotic stewardship efforts in pediatric emergency departments in Latin American settings are limited. The lack of literature on AS programs in the pediatric emergency departments in Latin America (LA) limits the information available. The aim of this review was to give a regional perspective on how pediatric emergency departments in LA are working towards antimicrobial stewardship.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Adriana Yock-Corrales
- Emergency Department, Hospital Nacional de Niños "Dr. Carlos Saenz Herrera", Caja Costarricense del Seguro Social (CCSS), San José P.O. Box 1654-1000, Costa Rica
| | - Gabriela Naranjo-Zuñiga
- Infectious Disease Department, Hospital Nacional de Niños "Dr. Carlos Saenz Herrera", Caja Costarricense del Seguro Social (CCSS), San José P.O. Box 1654-1000, Costa Rica
| |
Collapse
|
49
|
Naureckas Li C, Herman K, Yim R, Nakamura MM, Chu E, Wilder JL, Alfieri M, Ethier B, Esty B. Impact of a Documented Penicillin Allergy on Antibiotic Selection in Pediatric Patients With Osteomyelitis. Pediatr Infect Dis J 2023; 42:e140-e142. [PMID: 36795541 DOI: 10.1097/inf.0000000000003863] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/17/2023]
Abstract
Penicillin allergy labels are common in hospitalized patients, and there is a frequent misconception that these patients cannot receive cephalosporins. Through retrospective review, we found that patients with reported penicillin allergies were significantly less likely to receive first-line therapy for acute hematogenous osteomyelitis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Caitlin Naureckas Li
- From the Division of Infectious Diseases, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
| | - Katherine Herman
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
- Department of Pediatrics
| | | | - Mari M Nakamura
- From the Division of Infectious Diseases, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
- Antimicrobial Stewardship Program
| | | | - Jayme L Wilder
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
- Department of Pediatrics
- Division of General Pediatrics
| | | | | | - Brittany Esty
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
- Division of Immunology, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
| |
Collapse
|
50
|
Moorthy GS, Boutzoukas AE, Benjamin DK, Polgreen PM, Beekmann SE, Bradley JS, Dehority W. Defining Variability in Evaluation and Management of Children with Chronic Osteomyelitis. J Pediatric Infect Dis Soc 2023; 12:226-229. [PMID: 36688512 PMCID: PMC10146934 DOI: 10.1093/jpids/piad007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2022] [Accepted: 01/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
Abstract
Pediatric chronic osteomyelitis is a rare, debilitating condition lacking management guidelines. In a national survey of 162 pediatric infectious disease physicians through the Emerging Infections Network, tremendous variability in diagnostic approaches and management was noted, highlighting a need for a prospective study to better define the spectrum of pathogens and disease.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ganga S Moorthy
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Infectious Diseases, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Angelique E Boutzoukas
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Infectious Diseases, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
- Duke Clinical Research Institute, School of Medicine, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Daniel K Benjamin
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Infectious Diseases, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
- Duke Clinical Research Institute, School of Medicine, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Philip M Polgreen
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, USA
| | - Susan E Beekmann
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, USA
| | - John S Bradley
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Infectious Diseases, University of California at San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego, San Diego, California, USA
| | - Walter Dehority
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Infectious Diseases, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA
| |
Collapse
|