Publications by authors named "Anika M Nelson"
Article Synopsis
- Pediatric urinary tract infections (UTIs) require timely diagnosis and proper treatment to minimize health issues, with a study showing inconsistent management practices among 13,000 children regarding antibiotic choices.
- A local team recommended cephalexin as the preferred first-line treatment in 2019 due to its effectiveness, low cost, and ease of use, aiming to boost its prescription rates from 34% to 75% within six months.
- After implementing standardized care pathways and provider education, the prescribing rate for cephalexin increased to 66%, demonstrating improved adherence to guidelines without affecting the rate of return visits for UTIs.
Introduction: Eosinophilic meningitis is an infrequently encountered condition. (raccoon roundworm) infection, rarely diagnosed in North America, is a known cause of eosinophilic meningitis, often producing death or permanent neurologic damage.
Case Report: We recently encountered a toddler with geophagia and probable exposure to raccoon feces, who presented with eosinophilic meningitis and encephalitis, and was diagnosed with infection and possible Toxocara co-infection.