Paediatric urinary tract infections

Specific considerations for paediatric urinary tract infection management differ from UTI management in adults.

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common consult in the community, and are one of the most common infections in children, although prevalence varies with age.

By the end of this course, you should have a better understanding of:

• A recommended management pathway for UTI consults for children in the community.
• The context around laboratory investigations and results.
• When to refer and how to manage recurrent UTIs in children.

Acknowledgements

This content was created by Connie Kang BPharm(Hons) and reviewed by Dr Sarah Primhak (Paediatric Infectious Diseases Consultant, Starship Hospital) and Dr Hazel Fuiava (MBChB, DipPaeds).