Retrospective analysis identifies clinical features and risk factors for C. pneumoniae pneumonia in children, suggesting the need for targeted interventions.
Key Points
This analysis aimed to examine the clinical features, risk factors, and outcomes of Chlamydia pneumoniae pneumonia in children.
Conducted a retrospective analysis of 266 children admitted with C. pneumoniae pneumonia.
Collected data on clinical features, hospitalization duration, and hematological parameters.
Utilized statistical analyses including t-tests, chi-square tests, and logistic regression.
Significant increase in C. pneumoniae cases observed since January 2025.
Girls had longer hospital stays and cough duration compared to boys, with higher co-infection rates.
Logistic regression found younger age as a risk factor for co-infection.