Key result
Multiviral respiratory infections in critically ill children <5 years old were associated with a longer PICU stay (4.5 vs 3 days; p<0.002) compared to single viral infections.
Why the study?
Do multiviral respiratory infections worsen PICU outcomes compared to single viral infections in children under 5 with respiratory failure?
Cohort (n=477)
No
Do multiviral respiratory infections worsen PICU outcomes compared to single viral infections in children under 5 with respiratory failure?
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In critically ill children under 5 with respiratory failure, multiviral infections are associated with longer PICU stays and increased need for central lines and prolonged mechanical ventilation compared to single viral infections.
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Chauhan et al. (2017) conducted a cohort in respiratory failure (n=477). Multiviral respiratory infections vs. Single viral respiratory infections was evaluated on PICU stay (p=< 0.002). Multiviral respiratory infections in critically ill children <5 years old were associated with a longer PICU stay (4.5 vs 3 days; p<0.002) compared to single viral infections.
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