The Journal of pediatrics
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The Journal of pediatrics · Apr 2002
Multicenter Study Comparative StudyA national point-prevalence survey of pediatric intensive care unit-acquired infections in the United States.
To determine the prevalence of intensive care unit-acquired infections, a major cause of morbidity in pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) patients. ⋯ This national multicenter study documented the high prevalence of PICU-acquired infections. Preventing these infections should be a national priority.