PCV13 vaccination impact: A multicenter study of pneumonia in 10 pediatric hospitals in Argentina.

Introduction: In 2012, PCV13 was introduced into the National Immunization Program in Argentina, 2+1 schedule for children <2 years. Coverage rates for 1st and 3rd doses were 69% and 41.0% in 2012, 98% and 86% in 2013; 99% and 89% in 2014, respectively.

Community-acquired methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections: hospitalization and case fatality risk in 10 pediatric facilities in Argentina.

Introduction: Community-acquired methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (CA-MRSA) infections are prevalent both in Argentina and worldwide, and they may have a severe clinical course.

Objectives: To estimate the hospitalization rate and case fatality risk factors of CA-MRSA infection.

Methods: Cross-sectional, analytical study.