Abstract
Mycoplasma pneumoniae is a common cause of community-acquired respiratory tract infections and accounts for up to 40% of cases of pneumonia in children over age 5. This article seeks to provide a general overview of the current recommended management of Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection in children.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 156-160 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Minerva Pediatrica |
Volume | 69 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Apr 1 2017 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Mycoplasma
- Pediatrics
- Pneumonia
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health