Tetanus in Pediatric Patients - Predictors Affecting Mortality and Role of Immunoglobulin.
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2011-12
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Abstract
Analysis of pediatric tetanus cases was carried out to
study the predictors of mortality and role of tetanus
immunoglobulin (TIG). Shorter incubation period, onset
time and autonomic dysfunction were significantly
associated with mortality and may be used to stratify
patients requiring intensive care. TIG may not have
independent role in decreasing mortality in sick patients.
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Child, Immunoglobulin, Outcome, Tetanus
Citation
Aggarwal Mukul, Sood Vikrant, Aggarwal K C. Tetanus in Pediatric Patients - Predictors Affecting Mortality and Role of Immunoglobulin. Indian Pediatrics. 2011 December; 48(12): 987-988.