A clinico-bacteriological study of pyodermas in pediatric population

Abstract

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> <span lang="EN-IN">Pyodermas are frequently confronted skin infections by dermatologists in pediatric population. While treating them recurrence and resistance to commonly used antibiotics are the major concerns.</span></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> <span lang="EN-IN">456 cases of pyodermas in pediatric population attending dermatology outpatient department of Sri Guru Ram Das Medical College over the period of 8 months from February 2016- October 2016 were evaluated. Samples were collected with sterile swab and sent for gram staining, culture and sensitivity</span>.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> <span lang="EN-IN">Majority of cases of pyodermas in pediatric population were due to impetigo and secondarily infected scabies. Most cases were seen in the age group of 4-7 years. <em>Staphylococcus aureus</em> (49.5%) was the most frequently isolated organism from these cases followed by streptococcus (29.8%). Majority of these gram positive organisms were sensitive to antibiotics like amoxiclav, ampicillin and linezolid. <em>E. coli</em> and <em>enterococcus</em> were predominantly encountered gram negative isolates with high susceptibility to aminoglycosides and ceftriaxone. </span></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> <span lang="EN-IN">Bacteriological study of pyodermas and knowledge of their susceptibility pattern is imperative for appropriate management. It also helps in prevention of emergence of resistant strains.</span></p>