Characteristics and Outcome of Severe Mycoplasma pneumoniae Pneumonia Admitted to PICU in Shanghai: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Children with severe M. pneumoniae pneumonia mainly occur under the age of 6 years, showing a high proportion of extrapulmonary organ dysfunction and macrolide resistances. Extrapulmonary organ dysfunction and coinfection are associated with worse outcomes. The overall mortality is relatively low after treated with appreciate antibiotics, respiratory support, and extracorporeal life support.