For penicillin-allergic adults, cefuroxime( (500 mg bid) or clindamycin (300 mg q4h) plus ciprofloxacin( (500 mg bid) is recommended. Prophylaxis with penicillin is recommended in this setting. D. Primarily close the wound and send the patient home without antibiotics or rabies prophylaxis. If there's a lot of blood, elevate the injured area. Found inside... First-line therapy Amoxicillin/clavulanate 40 mglkg/d dog or cat bites PO ... (where indicated) 875 mg PO BID) Penicillin—allergic patients Clindamycin ... Dog bite. 3 Dog bites occur more frequently in young children 4, 5 and have a higher risk of resulting in serious injury or death, 6, 7 usually from exsanguination. Water-Related Injuries 8. Found inside – Page 480s Duration 3–5 days s Antibiotic of choice: amoxicillin-clavulanic acid s ... s Cat bites, human bites (unless minor) s Some dog bites depending on location ... Thank you for your interest in spreading the word on American Academy of Pediatrics. C. Primarily close the wound and send the patient home with antibiotics but without rabies prophylaxis. Any wounds that are difficult to irrigate (eg, puncture wounds) or that already show signs of infection should be left open. As you'll see in the section below, the most accurate way to prescribe an antibiotic is to get tested to identify the best antibiotic that will work against your particular infection. GASTROINTESTINAL. Found inside – Page 371... or clindamycin or amoxicillin/clavulanate or erythromycin or azithromycin ... days Penicillinallergy: Clindamycin plus TMP–SMX × 7–10 days (dog bites); ... Found inside – Page 155Gary S. Wasserman • Jennifer A. Lowry • D. Adam Algren TABLE 12-1 Bites and ... maximum 4 g/day) is the preferred antibiotic because it decreases the number ... Odontogenic Infections 9. Dog bites in an asplenic or immunosuppressed patient, in a patient with edema in the . However, antibiotics should be prescribed in all high-risk situations: this includes dog bites to hands, puncture wounds, and all cat bites. This updated position statement replaces a prior document . Infected bite wounds manifest with swelling, erythema, and tenderness with or without drainage of the affected site and can lead to serious complications. All rights reserved. HMP. You then anesthetize the site, irrigate the wound, and debride the devitalized tissue. His hand is neurovascularly intact distal to the wound. Description of the circumstances surrounding the bite (i.e., type and behaviour of animal) is essential. The most common complications of animal bites are infection and cellulitis. Animal bite wounds are a common cause of visits Emergency Departments [ Garvey, 2015] The overwhelming preponderance (~90%) of bites are from dogs. If you suffer a dog bite, consult with a doctor and be conscious of the risk of infection. Individual patient circumstances and local resistance patterns may alter treatment choices. The recommendations in this guideline are for the use of antibiotics to manage human and animal bites (excluding insect bites) in adults, young people and children aged 72 hours and over. Obtain radiographs of his hand and wrist to rule out foreign body or fracture. Found inside – Page 244See also diarrhea causes of, 147–148 complications, 149–150 bacterial lymphadenitis, acute, 209–212 bacterial sinusitis, acute, 165, 169 amoxicillin, ... Antibiotics destroy your dog's intestinal flora.. We do not capture any email address. Alternative first-choice oral antibiotic for children under 12 years for penicillin allergy or if co‑amoxiclav is unsuitable. 749 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<3EF829446514BF48AEB4C40A647503B9>]/Index[732 49]/Info 731 0 R/Length 92/Prev 199698/Root 733 0 R/Size 781/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream This will require you to. 3 Dog bites occur more frequently in young children 4,5 and have a higher risk of resulting in serious injury or death, 6,7 usually from exsanguination. Found inside – Page 1055Last-Minute Review—Infectious Diseases Most Likely Answer Who is at risk of ... IV Dog bite and allergic to penicillin Clindamycin and TMP-SMX Bitten by a ... This commentary does not contain a discussion of an unapproved/investigative use of a commercial product/device. Dog bite An adult dog can exert 200 pounds per square inch (psi) of pressure, with some large dogs able to exert 450 psi.. Dog Bites. Rationale 2. Found inside – Page 1018About 80% of bites are dog bites (both provoked and unprovoked). ... In addition, antibiotic coverage is needed for wounds in children who are ... Found inside – Page 525A Cochrane analysis concluded that there is evidence that antibiotic ... prophylaxis of bite wounds is uncommon) Rabies Administer rabies immune globulin ... - Consider tetanus booster and rabies vaccine. animal bites. The radiologist calls you to report that there is no evidence of fractures or foreign bodies in the patient's radiographs. Health care providers caring for children with asplenia should ensure the best outcomes by using preventive strategies that focus on parent and patient education, immunization, antibiotic prophylaxis, and aggressive management of suspected infection. All patients with severe or life-threatening infections: 2.2 mg/kg orally every 12 hours. Found inside – Page 760The most effective antibiotic choice for dog, cat, and human bites is a 7-day ... children with penicillin allergy.8 Children presenting with infected bite ... The majority of children with dog bites sustain simple injuries, seek prompt medical attention and are bitten on an extremity by a familiar dog. The patient and his mother are fairly certain they recognized the dog, who lives in the neighborhood. cephalosporins, carbapenems) if anaphylaxis to penicillins - consult ID; consider allergy assessment. For children the first-choice oral antibiotic for those aged 1 month and over: Co-amoxiclav: 1 month to 11 months: 0.25 mL/kg of 125/31 suspension three times a day. Found inside – Page 725This is particularly important with dog bites, which are, in part, ... Give a penicillin-allergic patient clindamycin (20 mg/kg per day div qid) and ... Recent research shows that much of the beneficial bacteria in the gut is destroyed forever … even if you give your dog probiotics after antibiotic use.. Dr Martin Blaser of New York University's Langone Medical Center spoke to this.. Found inside – Page 370(A) Repair of puncture-type dog-bite wound in 2-year-old girl. ... The choice of antibiotics in penicillin-allergic patients is controversial. What is a key difference clinicians can identify to differentiate between PTSD and other major mood disorders? Human and animal bites are a frequent cause of primary care and emergency department visits for children. Penicillin refers to a class of antibiotics that includes penicillin and amoxicillin. If your organization uses OpenAthens, you can log in using your OpenAthens username and password. 80-90% of bites wounds are from dogs. All persons who have been bitten by an animal are at risk for tetanus:those who have not had a booster immunization in the last 5 years should receive tetanus-diphtheria toxoid (Td) (0.5 mL intramuscularly). Amoxicillin and clavulanate is first-line therapy for the prophylactic treatment of dog, human, and cat bites (see Medication Summary above). D. Bandage the wound and send the patient home with information about the signs and symptoms of infection. Pediatric empiric antimicrobial therapy. 1992 Aug;8(4):194-‐9. The amount and frequency will depend on the type of infection you have and its location . 6 months to 5 years: 240 mg or 24 mg/kg twice a day. Using a clean washcloth or towel, apply gentle pressure to the wound until it stops. Patients who are asplenic and who are bitten by an animal are vulnerable to sepsis secondary to infection with the Gram-negative aerobe, Capnocytophaga canimorsus, although this is rare. Seek specialist advice No antibiotics needed . is the most common organism isolated from both cat and dog bites. Dog bites are more frequently on extremities with the upper extremities being more common than lower extremities. Surgical exploration is important, particularly in wounds that are deep or wide or that potentially involve dee. Found inside – Page 1382Even though most bites seen in the emergency room are inflicted by dogs, ... cat-bites, and face or hand involvement.322,323 Antibiotic choice is the same ... Dog bite injuries are a significant public health problem and many are sustained by children. not always require prophylactic antibiotic use. Similarly, large lacerations, which are easy to irrigate, may be closed primarily. The patient, a 14-year-old boy, comes to see you the same day he was bitten by a dog. 8 In Canada between 1990 and 2007, 24 of 28 . The patient ran home; his mother quickly wrapped his arm with gauze and called your office. Dog bites account for 1% of injury-related emergency department visits in the United States and an estimated $53.9 million in inpatient costs per year.1 Of the approximately 4.5 million persons . Amoxicillin(/clavulanate is first-line treatment for dog, cat, and human bites. Rationale 2. This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions. The patient had been walking with his mother near his house when a large dog ran out and jumped on him. The patient was originally given empiric antibiotics (cefazolin and metronidazole), and cultures were obtained 12 h after the attack, but there was still polymicrobial growth, including Serratia . Found inside – Page 401Rabies prophylaxis is not indicated in bites by a healthy dog or cat with a known ... No single antibiotic is ideal for all of the most common organisms ... [14, 12, 11] Hospital admission rates are higher at the extremes of age. Dogs typically cause gaping wounds as they pull off tissue, whereas cats tend to inflict puncture wounds. A. Zoo animals and "Non-traditional" pets bites are also important to consider: Found inside – Page 186Studies have suggested that carefully selected bite wounds are safe for primary ... dressing changes , and antibiotic use ( topical or oral as indicated ) ... 1/3 of dog bites are from family dogs. References. Bacteria most often associated with animal bites are listed in the Table. The wound should be irrigated copiously with high-pressure saline. Found inside – Page 545In penicillin-allergic patients who present with a human bite or a high-risk animal bite, what antibiotic regimen is recommended? Prophylaxis and treatment ... Ann Emerg Med. This medicine is contraindicated for pregnant and nursing mothers. Schedule a follow-up for administration of additional doses of vaccine. Antibiotic prophylaxis is not 100% effective in preventing sepsis, patients showing signs of sepsis require full medical assessment and rapid administration of treatment dose antibiotics (see section 5). Amoxicillin and clavulanate is a drug combination that extends the antibiotic spectrum of penicillin to include bacteria normally resistant to beta-lactam antibiotics. Found inside – Page 374TABLE 16.15 NEONATAL CONJUNCTIVITIS Treatment: Hospitalize all children with ... Cat and Dog Bites Epidemiology: Cat bites are responsible for only about 5% ... Dog Bites. If the patient is to be followed as an outpatient, give a single dose of ampicillin(/sulbactam parenterally (1.5 g) along with a 3- to 5-day course of oral amoxicillin/clavulanate (875/125 mg bid). You may be able to gain access using your login credentials for your institution. Penicillin allergy: Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim/Septra) 4-6mg/kg/dose trimethoprim PO BID (max 160mg trimethoprim/dose) AND. © American Academy of Pediatrics, 2018. After anesthetizing the site, obtain surgical wound edges and debride devitalized tissue. People who have been bitten by a tick should watch for signs and symptoms. Oral Antibiotic Prophylaxis Penicillin V Adults 500mg bd po Erythromycin (if allergic to Adults 500mg od po N.B. Other factors that come into play when choosing a Staph antibiotic are: pregnancy, drug allergies, other medications being taken and other health risks. Antibiotic treatment duration and long-term outcomes of patients with early Lyme disease from a Lyme disease-hyperendemic area external icon. 80-90% of bites wounds are from dogs. -Maximum dose: 4 g per day. %PDF-1.6 %âãÏÓ Found inside – Page 211Bites: The combination of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid has been shown to be ... or if penicillin-allergic, use erythromycin 250 mg b.i.d. Pediatric ... Dog Bites account for 80-90% of Animal Bite s in U.S. Unprovoked Dog Bites account for 50% of events. Dog bites account for 0.3% to 1.5% of all pediatric presentations for medical attention, 1, 2 and almost 50% of children have sustained dog bites. Such extreme pressure may damage deeper structures such as bones, vessels, tendons, muscle, and nerves.. Dog bites typically cause puncture wounds, lacerations and crush injuries caused by rounded . Dog bites are less likely to get infected and are more amenable to closure. It is estimated that 250,000 human bites, 400,000 cat bites, and 4.5 million dog bites occur in the United States each year in both adults and children. The less common form of rat bite fever caused by spirillum minus has a longer incubation period and less myalgia and/or arthritis. The infection rate of dog bites in children is 20%. Most animal bite wounds are polymicrobial in nature. Non Suppurative Cellulitis a. Algorithmic Pathway 4. You test for sensation with the blunt end of a needle along his third, fourth and fifth fingers, which the patient can feel. Careful exploration of the circumstances in which the bite occurred is essential to make safeguarding decisions and prevent future bites. The wound is almost semicircular, and extends from halfway down the fourth and fifth metacarpals on the back of his hand to the ulnar styloid. Legal Pearls: Is the Practitioner Liable When a Patient Fails to Show Up for a Test. Dog bites compromise a majority of these wounds. 2020 Jul;76 (1):86-87. doi: 10.1016/j.annemergmed.2020.01.030. Found inside – Page 654Also consider the risk of rabies based on the animal species and circumstances of the ... Erythromycin can be used for penicillin - allergic patients . Empirical antibiotic therapy with penicillin in combination with a ß-lactamase inhibitor should be initiated early on, especially in patients with liver disease and a history of alcohol abuse presenting with dog or cat bites. Send the patient to the local emergency department for evaluation by a hand surgeon. You may purchase access to this article. Post-tick bite antibiotic prophylaxis is not recommended to prevent ehrlichiosis. Infection rates after bite: Cats - as high as 50%. bites from rabid dogs cause up to 99% of human rabies cases. Oral amoxycillin with clavulanate is the most useful drug, but for patients with a penicillin allergy other antibiotic combinations such as clindamycin plus . This paper will review current evidence-based approaches to treatment, explore identified patterns in biting incidents and discuss the effectiveness of prevention strategies. Skurka J, Willert C, Yogev R. Wound infection following dog bite despite prophylactic penicillin. Children are the most common victims for animal bites. 8 In Canada between 1990 and 2007, 24 of 28 fatal dog bites occurred in children younger than . His mother thinks he may be allergic to penicillin. If you are concerned about underlying structural injury or joint-space involvement, x-ray films may reveal occult fractures and/or foreign bodies. Clindamycin 10mg/kg/dose PO TID (max 600mg/dose) Duration: 3-5 days for prophylaxis of high risk bite wounds. A child who has sustained bite wounds to the skull and/or face also needs a radiographic evaluation. Anyone who has not completed primary immunization should also receive tetanus immunoglobulin( (250 units intramuscularly). C. Irrigate the wound and close it primarily. Found inside – Page 466Recent surveillance data of Pasteurella strains isolated from infected bite wounds in humans indicate that amoxicillin, cefotaxime, azithromycin, ... 1986 May-Jun;14(3):134‐5. Bactrim DS orally twice daily x 5 days. Tetracycline or streptomycin can be used for penicillin allergic patients. Found inside – Page 56Dog bite wounds to the facial region are managed as any other contaminated wounds. ... Antibiotic coverage is prescribed to cover typical oral flora of dogs ... The mother has not notified anyone of the event but gives you information about the dog and location of the attack. Consultant for Pediatricians, Consultant for Pediatricians Vol 5 No 5, Volume 5, Issue 5. Bites and maulings by dogs, sometimes fatal, are a worldwide problem and particularly affect children. Amoxicillin-clavulanate is the antibiotic of choice for prophylaxis and empirical therapy for children who are not allergic to penicillin. According to the Mayo Clinic, the typical dosage for adults and children who weigh more than 88 pounds is 250-500 mg every eight hours, or 500-875 mg every 12 hours. For children under 8 years of age, tick bite prophylaxis for Lyme disease is not recommended. For penicillin-allergic children, cefuroxime (30 mg/kg/d divided bid) or clindamycin (8 to 25 mg/kg/d divided tid or qid) plus trimethoprim (/sulfamethoxazole (8 to 12 mg/kg/d divided bid) is recommended. The patient is otherwise healthy and has no significant medical history. Quinn JV, McDermott D, Rossi J, Stein J, Kramer N. Randomized controlled trial of prophylactic antibiotics for dog bites with refined cost model. If you have a subscription you may use the login form below to view the article. Common pathogens. Doxycycline versus tetracycline therapy for Lyme disease associated with erythema migrans external icon. Oct 22, 2008. Azithromycin 500 mg orally x 1, then 250 mg orally qd x 4 days OR. Dogs are known the victim in 70% of Dog Bite cases. All patients with an animal bite need close follow-up within 24 to 48 hours to evaluate the site for signs of infection. Infection: Likely organisms: Initial antimicrobials 1 (maximum dose): Duration of treatment 2 and other comments: Diarrhoea Salmonella spp. bites. Prophylactic Antibiotics Are Not Routinely Indicated for Dog Bites. Found inside – Page 74Human Bites Three general types of injuries can lead to complications: ... Consider tetanus and rabies prophylaxis for all wounds Antibiotic therapy • All ... The classic teaching is that dog bites should not be closed primarily and they should all be prophylactically treated with antibiotics. The infection rate of dog bites in children is 20%. Found inside – Page 695All dog bites or scratches in such areas should be taken seriously and ... For the penicillin - allergic child , trimethoprim - sulfamethoxazole plus ... 0 Irrigation, closure, and need to obtain culture depend on the type of bite wound, the appearance of the wound, the and timing of medical evaluation after the initial injury. Infection rate of dog bites is 15-20%. Human bite that breaks the skin. Seek specialist advice in pregnancy for penicillin allergy or if co‑amoxiclav is . ANTIBIOTIC USE IN. Neosporin® is a common topical antibiotic used on minor cuts and scrapes. Version 4.1 updated September 29, 2016 by the PHSA Antimicrobial Stewardship Program Found inside – Page 833... Organisms First Choice Other Choices Penicillin-Allergic Patient* Empirical therapy for most bites Dog bites Cat bites Human bites Pasteurella multocida ... Antibiotic Therapy. PMID: 21293762 [free full text] This is an RCT looking at 95 immunocompetent patients (out of 230 screened) presenting within 12 hours of a dog bite. They should see their healthcare provider if fever, rash, or other symptoms develop within 2 weeks of tick bite. Clin Infect Dis. 780 0 obj <>stream It is estimated that 250,000 human bites, 400,000 cat bites, and 4.5 million dog bites occur in the United States each year in both adults and children. Reducing the incidence of paediatric dog bites requires education of both children and parents that any dog can bite, regardless of breed, Other antibiotics for tick bites are amoxicillin and cefotaximine if the patient does not respond to doxyycline. Background 3. American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology Annual Meeting, American Academy of Neurology Annual Meeting, American Academy of Physician Assistants 2021, American College of Cardiology Annual Meeting, American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions, American Heart Association Scientific Sessions, Infectious Diseases Society of America’s IDWeek. 2010 Feb 15;50(4):512-20.; Nowakowski J, Nadelman RB, Forseter G, et al. . Found inside – Page 67Human bites : Amoxicillin - clavulanate ( Augmentin ) potassium , adult : 500 mg PO ... with cephalosporins in penicillin - allergic patients - Dog bite ... Bites caused by pets constitute 5% of the traumatic injuries registered in the emergency services. A. Amoxicillin is currently used to treat Lyme disease in young children. Health care providers caring for children with asplenia should ensure the best outcomes by using preventive strategies that focus on parent and patient education, immunization, antibiotic prophylaxis, and aggressive management of suspected infection. Odontogenic Infections 9. Every year 250 000 people who have been bitten by dogs attend minor injuries and emergency units in the United Kingdom, 1 and some of them are admitted to hospital for surgical debridement or intravenous antibiotics. They also suggest that since Pasteurella infection usually occurs rapidly, that a shorter course of 3 days may be adequate if antibiotics are use. After a quick scuffle, the dog ran off. Doxycycline dosage for tick bite fever. This book provides data and analyses of pet ownership statistics in the United States. ( 2) In the United States, approximately 10% of all human bites will become infected in a child with a bite wound. high incidence of Pasteurella infection.14 For patients allergic to penicillin, Bite looks infected (redness or red streaks) or has a fever. The patient can move all of his fingers well despite some pain. Severe Penicillin Allergy: Levofloxacin¶,¥ 750mg IV q24h PLUS Metronidazole 500mg IV q8h considered in the Dog/cat: Pasteurella multocida, streptococci, staphylococci, Fusobacterium, Bacteroides, Porphyromonas, Prevotella Consider Capnocytophaga canimorsus in splenectomized dog bite patients. A thorough examination is warranted, especially in children, to rule out other sites of injury. Doxycycline: 200 mg on first day, then 100 mg or 200 mg daily. Found inside – Page 524Incidence An estimated 4.5 million dog bites, 400,000 cat bites, and 250,000 human ... An alternative antibiotic regimen for penicillin-allergic patients is ... Children between 5 and 14 years old are most commonly affected. Salmonella spp. For dog and cat bites : consider Rabies prophylaxis (Rabies specific IgG and vaccine ) 2 . Dog bites are a common injury and pose a major public health problem to adults and children worldwide 1.In the United Kingdom, ~250,000 people who have been bitten by a dog attend minor injuries and emergency units each year 2.In all, 2.7% of these are admitted to hospital for surgical debridement or intravenous antibiotics 3.The risk of a dog bite is reported to be 18.7 per 1000 population . Consider antibiotics if bite is in a high-risk area or in a person at high risk of serious infection [C] Treat with antibiotics. Found inside – Page 216The most common aerobic organisms found in infected dog bite wounds are Staphylococcus ... Erythromycin can be used for patients with penicillin allergy . Antibiotics should be determined by culture results. He argues that the long term impact of antibiotics on . Cover the wound with a dressing, send the patient home with an antibiotic prescription, and contact local public health officials about the need for rabies prophylaxis. He takes no daily medications. 3rd gen cephalosporin 4. (1). Prophylactic treatment for tick bites is not currently recommended. Sites such as the face and scalp that have good blood supply may be closed primarily. Suppurative Cellulitis a. Algorithmic Pathway 5. Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Pediatric Skin & Soft Tissue Infections (SSTI) Clinical Pathway Table of Contents 1. Rosen RA. It is also not recommended for children below 8 years of age. PCN Allergy Vancomycin per dosing guideline + Aztreonam 40 mg/kg/dose IV q8h (max: 2 g/dose) + Metronidazole 10 mg/kg/dose IV q8h (max: 500 mg) Only a minority of snake bites become infected and need antibiotics. Primary closure of bite wounds depends on the wound's location, type (eg, gaping, crushing, or puncture), time to presentation, and adequate cleansing. Minor cut or scrape and no past tetanus shots. Use: Treatment of skin and skin structure infections caused by susceptible gram-positive bacteria (e.g., S aureus, S pyogenes) IDSA Recommendations: Skin or soft tissue infections . If penicillin allergic: Adults : moxifloxacin (Avelox) 400mg PO once daily x 7 days. In areas that are highly endemic for Lyme disease, a single prophylactic dose of doxycycline (200 mg for adults or 4.4 mg/kg for children of any age weighing less than 45 kg) may be used to reduce the risk of acquiring Lyme disease after the bite of a high risk tick bite. West J Emerg Med, Dec 2010. When dog bites become infected, Pasteurella species, specifically P. canis, are the most common pathogens. Found inside – Page 710Tetanus toxoid is given if indicated , and rabies prophylaxis is ... have a low risk of infection and generally do not require antibiotic prophylaxis . For adults who are allergic to penicillin, prescribe metronidazole plus doxycycline for 5 days. This article requires a subscription to view the full text. Augmentin 875/125 mg orally twice daily or 500/125mg three times daily x 7 days OR. Found insideUncomplicated rat-bite fever should be treated with penicillin (1.2 million ... Safe in penicillin allergic patients (pediatric, pregnant, or nursing). Found inside – Page 1067For patients who are allergic to penicillin, alternative drugs include ... The present discussion is directed primarily toward dog bites because most animal ... Found inside – Page 535frequently than in other bite wound infections.63 Water organisms, ... that antibiotic treatment also lowered the risk for infection after dog bites.70 One ... Seek specialist advice from a microbiologist for bites from a wild or exotic animal (including birds and non‑traditional pets). %%EOF Or Sign In to Email Alerts with your Email Address, DOI: https://doi.org/10.1542/pir.2017-0212, To check if your institution is supported, please see, Scoliosis Management for Primary Care Practitioners, Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome in Pediatrics: An Emerging Problem, Follow American Academy of Pediatrics on Instagram, Visit American Academy of Pediatrics on Facebook, Follow American Academy of Pediatrics on Twitter, Follow American Academy of Pediatrics on Youtube. Finger or hand swelling that follows an animal bite. Dog Bite in a Penicillin-Allergic Patient. Of particular importance is the presence of species isolated in 50% of dog bite wounds.17 Pasteurella species are the predominant Rabbits Rabbit bites can transmit Francisella tularensis. Most bites are inflicted by dogs and cats. Children are the most common victims for animal bites. endstream endobj startxref For treatment of an infected dog or cat bite, prescribe co-amoxiclav for 5 days. B. Penicillin prophylaxis of superficial non-facial dog bites in children appears to be no better than local wound care alone in preventing infection when the lesions are cleansed soon after they occur. Background 3. With most animal bites being preventable injuries, healthcare providers caring for children have an important role discussing pet safety with the child and the family. ^Avoid all beta-lactam antibiotics (i.e. Water-Related Injuries 8. Longer duration for treatment of established infection, guided by severity and clinical course Radiographs are indicated for patients whose hands have been bitten by an animal. endstream endobj 733 0 obj <. Dog, cat, and human bites are the most common bites requiring medical attention. To know the main infectious agents present in dog and cat bites, both individually and jointly, in humans, as well as the predisposing factors that favor infection and its spread. Basic medical management of bite wounds includes thorough cleansing and debridement. Alternative first-choice oral antibiotics in pregnancy for penicillin allergy or if co‑amoxiclav is unsuitable. The use of antibiotics in the initial management of recent dog‐bite wounds. Children are at higher risk of rabies because they often play with animals; are more likely to receive a bite to the face of neck; and may not report bites or scratches received during play. Human Bites 7. hÞbbd```b``ö»ÀävÉwÏÁ¤,L3Áì¿`òXDDrGMP¢w$ãÛé@òÿ [LLÙ q ü!ÿ30h0 m Children with asplenia or hyposplenia are at risk of developing overwhelming sepsis. These injuries can be complex, both physically and psychologically, and in rare cases fatal. Non Suppurative Cellulitis a. Algorithmic Pathway 4. 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