Serum C-Reactive Protein in Enteric Fever in Children: A Hospital Based Study
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Research Professionals - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 3
Abstract
Background: Enteric fever is endemic in various developing nations. Although the common test for diagnosis is determination of Salmonella typhi cultures. Despite of good specificity and sensitivity, the results of serological may not be immediately available and can be difficult to interpret in borderline cases, especially in endemic area. Levels of serum C- reactive protein, are robust, widely available and can be performed inexpensively. The present study was conducted with the aim to evaluate the levels of C reactive protein amongst subjects with enteric fever. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted in the pediatric department for a period of one year. A complete history of all the subjects was obtained along with complete physical evaluation and serological testing. Blood and stool were tested for S. typhi. All the subjects were educated about good hygiene practices and regular use of antimicrobial drugs. All the data was arranged in a tabulated form and analyzed using SPSS software. Results: The mean age of group I subjects was 7.2+/- 1.8 years, group II subjects had mean age of 7.1+/- 1.9 and mean age of group III subjects was 6.0+/- 2.8 years. The rate of widal H+ in group I, group II and group III was 86% (n=43), 73.3% (n=22) and 14.3% (n=4). Conclusion: The study concluded that combination of clinical and laboratory tests can help best diagnose cases of enteric fever.
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Motilal Soni, Ikram Hussain
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- DOI 10.21276/ijmrp.2018.4.3.025
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