Urinary tract infection (UTI) is the second most common bacterial infection in children and is considered a public health threat given the mounting rates of antibiotic-resistance among uropathogens. This article highlights recent encouraging developments in UTI research. Further work is necessary to translate the discoveries into accessible, cost-effective technologies that will aid clinicians in real-time decision-making.
Keywords: Pediatric public health; Prophylactic measures; Pyelonephritis; Urinary tract infection; Vesicoureteral reflux.
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