Linking Antimicrobial Agent Resistance Profiles to Clinical Outcomes in Pediatric Perforated Appendicitis

Surgical Infections 2026 Open access

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Authors: Korry T. Wirth, Abigail F. Loszko, Matthew M. Byrne, Derek S. Wakeman, Martin S. Pavelka, Timothy M. Baran, Nicole A. Wilson
DOI: 10.1177/10962964261427350
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References: 23

Abstract

Background: Complicated appendicitis remains a leading cause of post-operative morbidity in children, but the relationship between specific microbial resistance profiles and clinical outcomes is poorly defined. Methods: We conducted a retrospective cohort study of pediatric patients (

Fields of Study & Subjects

Appendicitis Diagnosis and Management Hernia repair and management Surgical site infection prevention

Publication details

Journal / source
Surgical Infections
Publisher
SAGE Publications
Volume
27
Issue
7
Pages
474–482
Publication date
25 February 2026
Language
EN