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. 1993 Jul;39:1623–1631.

Recurrent urinary tract infections in children.

H W Johnson 1, D S Lirenman 1, J D Anderson 1, W R Nielsen 1
PMCID: PMC2379538  PMID: 8348023

Abstract

Urinary tract infections are common in children and present in various ways. Diagnosis is based on findings of pyuria and bacteriuria. Management includes adequate and timely investigation, appropriate antibiotics, treatment of underlying contributing factors, and follow-up advice.

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