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Review
. 2018 Nov;39(11):533-541.
doi: 10.1542/pir.2017-0285.

Campylobacter Infections in Children

Rebecca G Same  1 , Pranita D Tamma  1
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Review

Campylobacter Infections in Children

Rebecca G Same et al. Pediatr Rev. 2018 Nov.

Abstract

Education Gap: Campylobacter is one of the 2 most common causes of foodborne illness in the United States. It most commonly occurs in children younger than 5 years of age. Campylobacter species can cause a wide range of syndromes, from asymptomatic infections to severe systemic infections.

Objectives: After completing this article, readers should be able to:

1. Recognize that Campylobacter is a common cause of foodborne illness in the United States and internationally.

2. Understand the indications for testing and the treatment of Campylobacter infection.

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