Although urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the most common bacterial infections among children who have fever without a source, the frequency of UTI among febrile young children is generally < 10%.
Midstream urine specimens are used to diagnose urinary tract infections in children. Accurate diagnosis is essential to guarantee correct therapy and prevent unnecessary treatment and hospital ...
It appears that the urinary sediment could provide a source of valuable information regarding systemic viral disease. However, for the most part, adequate controlled studies correlating ...