What are some risk factors for a UTI in children?
How may a UTI present in babies and younger children?
Once children are old enough to verbalise, what are some symptoms they may have if they have a UTI?
When should you consider pyelonephritis over cystitis in children?
If no systemic symptoms but bacteriuria present then cystitis should be considered
If a child has urinary symptoms, what examinations should you do on them?
What are some differentials for a UTI in children?
What investigations should be done if you suspect a child to have a UTI?
How do you describe to a parent how to get a clean-catch sample?
What are the different types of imaging used in investigating UTIs in children and what all they show us?
What is the definition of the following:
Atypical UTI features:
Definition of recurrent UTI:
When should children be offered an US for a UTI and at what time frame?
<6 months: within 6 weeks
Recurrent UTI: within 6 weeks
Atypical UTI: during illness
If just normal UTI and over 6 months no US needed
When should children be offered a DMSA for a UTI and at what time frame?
Needs to be minimum 4 months since infection as pyelonephritis changes can look like scarring
Do for any atypical or recurrent UTIs in children up to 3.
If over 3 only do if atypical UTI
When should children be offered an MCUG for a UTI and at what time frame?
Only in under 6 months if recurrent/atypical UTI
Should also be considered in those with FHx of VUR, poor urinary flow or abnormal dilatation of ureter on US
What is the gold standard for diagnosing VUR and how is this managed if diagnosed?
MCUG
Causes scarring due to reflux and predisposes to further UTIs
Usually give prophylactic antibiotics or ureteric reimplantation surgery if grade 4/5 VUR
Investigate siblings as genetic component
How are lower UTIs (cystitis) treated in children?
Under 3 months: immediate referral to paediatrics for IV antibiotics (Ceftriaxone) and investigations for sepsis
Over 3 months: PO Nitrofurantoin for 3 days, if not improved within 48 hours reassess so safety net to parent. Use Cephalexin if cannot swallow
How are upper UTIs (pyelonephritis) treated in children?
Under 3 months: Immediate referral to paediatrics for IV antibiotics (Ceftriaxone) and septic screen
Over 3 months: PO Cefalexin or Co-Amoxiclav for 10 days. Consider referral to paediatrics if poor fluid intake, cannot take oral antibiotics or is deteriorating
What advice can be given to parents to prevent UTIs in their children in the future?
What are the complications of UTIs in children?
Vulvovaginitis is common in girls aged 3-10 before puberty. What are some causes of this?
How may vulvovaginitis present in young girls?
Often have positive leucocytes on dipstick and negative nitrites so misdiagnosed as UTI
How can vulvovaginitis be managed in young girls?
Do not treat as UTI or Thrush!!!
In severe cases may recommend oestrogen cream to improve symptoms
What is an AKI and the causes of this in children?
Acute rapid decline in renal function leading to a rise in creatinine and/or oliguria/anuria. Pre-renal, Renal and Post-renal causes
What are the different stages of AKI in children and how may it present?
Uses pRIFLE or AKIN criteria
Always consider if child has haematuria, oedema or oliguria
What investigations should be done for a suspected AKI?