Saudi Journal of Pathology and Microbiology (SJPM)
Volume-4 | Issue-04 | 325-327
Case Report
Asymptomatic Bacteriuria in Children – A Cross Sectional Study
Dr. Sajitha K
Published : April 30, 2019
Abstract
Asymptomatic bacteriuria spans all age groups from neonates to elderly. It is much more common in boys during
first three months often in association with urologic abnormalities. During preschool years it is common in girls
than boys. Presence of bacteriuria in childhood defines a population at higher risk for development of bacteria in
adulthood [1]. The present study was carried out in Department of Microbiology, in a tertiary care hospital, over a period
of one year from Jan 2016 – Dec 2016. A total of 100 childrens of all age groups and both sexes were selected for this
study. In the present study sample size was equally divided among male and female. ABU +ve came in 7 male
children’s, out of which 3 cases were belongs to 6-10 years age group, 4 cases belongs to 11-18 years of age group.
ABU +ve came in 11 female children’s, out of which 6 cases were belongs to 6-10 years age group, 5 cases belongs
to 11-18 years of age group. Recent advances in research support considering ABU a separate entity from symptomatic
UTI. Furthermore, in contrast to historical recommendations, recent evidence demonstrates there is minimal benefit and
potential harm associated with the treatment of ABU. The current recommendation is not to treat ABU in the pediatric
population, with the exception of renal transplant recipients and children undergoing urologic procedures.