1 research outputs found
Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia in pediatric patients: Uncovering a rural health challenge
BACKGROUND:
METHODS: To investigate factors influencing
RESULTS: Of 251 patients, 69 (27%) were from rural areas; 28 (11%) were initially admitted to an OSH. Treatment failure occurred in 39 (16%) patients. Patients from rural areas were more likely to be infected with methicillin-resistant
CONCLUSIONS: Children from rural areas face barriers to specialized health care. These challenges may contribute to severe illness and worse outcomes among children wit