Neonatal Lower RTI

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Introduction

 

 

 

The Case of...

a simple case introducing clincial presentation and calling for a differential diagnosis to get students thinking.

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Causes and Risk Factors

Viral - RSV, resp virus

All sorts of maternal viruses (TORCH)

Bacteria -

• group B Strep
• E. coli
• Listeria

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Pathophysiology

 

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Signs and Symptoms

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Investigations

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Differential Diagnosis

 

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Treatments

Ampicillin and gentamycin or ampicillin and cefotaxime.

As gentamycin is oto- and nephrotoxic, levels need to be closely monitored.

Ampicillin covers group B strep and listeria, while gentamycin covers gram negatives.

 

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Consequences and Course

 

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Resources and References

 

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Topic Development

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