Changing Incidence of Pediatric BSIs

In Calgary, Alberta, the incidence of pediatric bloodstream infections dropped — apparently because of universal infant immunization with PCV7.

The incidence of childhood bloodstream infections (BSIs) can be influenced by many factors, including shifting demographics, new vaccines, and public health initiatives. Some studies have shown a reduction in BSI rates, but most have not been population-based. Now, researchers have surveyed a specific population: children residing in the Calgary Health Region (CHR) between 2000 and 2006. Four major acute care hospitals provide virtually all medical and surgical care to CHR residents, allowing population-based calculations. BSIs were identified by a regional laboratory system that receives ~99% of blood samples submitted by CHR facilities for culture.

BSIs were defined as isolation of a pathogen from ≥1 blood culture (or, for common skin cont…

Reviewing Author

Robert S. Baltimore, MD

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Editorial BoardsInfectious Diseases in Children

Leadership Positions in Professional SocietiesMember Committee on Rheumatic Fever, Endocarditis and Kawasaki Disease

Robert S. Baltimore, MD

Disclosures

Editorial BoardsInfectious Diseases in Children

Leadership Positions in Professional SocietiesMember Committee on Rheumatic Fever, Endocarditis and Kawasaki Disease