Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the stomach and intestinal mucosa that manifests primarily with upper gastrointestinal symptoms (nausea and vomiting), diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort, which may be accompanied by fever, headache, and abdominal pain.
This infectious syndrome can cause dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. Gastroenteritis is a common illness in children.Rotaviruses are the most common cause of severe dehydrating diarrhea in young children (peak incidence, 3-15 months).
Some hospitalizations for gastroenteritis are unavoidable; however, in most cases, prompt and effective out-of-hospital treatment appears to reduce the risk of hospitalization.Guidelines emphasize that appropriate rehydration therapy in gastroenteritis accompanied by mild to moderate dehydration is essential to avoid the need for hospitalization.
Estimating hospital admissions for pediatric gastroenteritis can be a valid and reproducible indicator of the appropriateness and effectiveness of the care and management process for children with this condition in a specific area, including in terms of health education and access to care.
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