Advances in the diagnosis and treatment of pneumocystis carinii pneumonia in children
Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia is an opportunistic infection,and its incidence in children without HIV-infection has increased in recent years because of the widespread use of transplantation and drugs such as immuno-suppressants.Early diagnosis,treatment,and prevention play an important role in reducing morbidity and mortality.This article reviews the advances in the diagnosis and management of pneumocystis carinii pneumonia in children.
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