Publications by authors named "P Biasci"
Sore throat represents one of the main causes of antibiotic overprescription in children. Its management is still a matter of debate, with countries considering streptococcal pharyngotonsillitis a benign and self-limiting condition and others advocating for its antibiotic treatment to prevent suppurative complications and acute rheumatic fever. Italian paediatricians frequently prescribe antibiotics on a clinical basis regardless of microbiological results.
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- Recurrent respiratory infections (RRIs) are common in children, affecting about 25% of those under 1 year and 6% in the first 6 years, typically resolved by age 12.
- While most cases are mild, RRIs can significantly impact quality of life for both children and their families, leading to higher medical and social costs.
- This consensus document seeks to clarify the definition of RRIs and provide guidelines for physicians regarding their diagnosis, management, and prevention.
OM-85 in the prevention of respiratory infections: State-of-the-art and future perspectives in clinical practice.
J Biol Regul Homeost Agents
July 2021
Respiratory infections (RI) significantly burden patients, their families, and society. Respiratory infection recurrence (RRI) usually depends on a defect of the immune response, which can be more or less transient and/or selective. In particular, children, older people, heavy smokers, and patients with chronic diseases, characterized by an inadequate immune response, may be at risk of developing RRI.
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- - A multidisciplinary panel from eight Italian pediatric societies created a consensus document in 2019 to guide the use of inhaled corticosteroids in treating various pediatric airway disorders, aimed primarily at healthcare providers.
- - The panel used the Delphi method to reach an agreement on clinical questions and recommendations, utilizing evidence-based guidelines and recent studies to shape their findings.
- - The document outlines specific recommendations for conditions such as preschool wheezing, asthma, and rhinosinusitis, aiming to improve management strategies and highlight areas for future research.