Unraveling Urinary Sepsis in Pediatrics: A Scope Review
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https://doi.org/10.36489/saudecoletiva.2025v16i98p16448-16469Keywords:
Sepsis, Pediatrics, Urinary Tract InfectionsAbstract
Objective: To map the main clinical and laboratory indicators related to pediatric urosepsis, contributing to evidence-based practice. Methods: A scoping review was conducted using five databases (MEDLINE/PubMed, Cochrane, LILACS, BDENF, and Embase) covering studies from 2020 to 2025 in any language. Duplicate articles and those unrelated to the study's objective were excluded. Results: Out of 641 initially identified articles, 17 were selected after detailed screening. Most studies were cohort-based and had a level IV evidence rating. The Kidney Disease Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) criteria were widely used for diagnosing acute kidney injury (AKI), a key outcome associated with urosepsis. Biomarkers such as urinary uCXCL10 and DKK3 showed promise in predicting septic AKI and mortality in critically ill children. Conclusion: AKI severity is determined by changes in serum creatinine levels and urine output, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis for better prognosis. Strategies like early fluid overload management and biomarker utilization can help reduce mortality. The study highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing pediatric urosepsis and suggests that advancements in biomarker identification could significantly improve clinical outcomes.
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