Microbial characteristics and risk factors in PICU with freshwater drowning-associated pneumonia

Key Points

• This research aims to assess the microbial characteristics and risk factors associated with pneumonia in pediatric patients following freshwater drowning incidents.
• Analyzed a pediatric cohort experiencing pneumonia due to freshwater drowning
• Evaluated hospital and PICU stay lengths
• Identified prevalent pathogens
• Drowning-associated pneumonia was linked to prolonged hospital and PICU stays
• Staphylococcus aureus was the most common pathogen identified
• No increase in mortality was observed despite longer stays