Parapneumonic empyema in children: a scoping review of the literature

• Main Authors: Danilo Buonsenso (Author), Francesca Cusenza (Author), Lucrezia Passadore (Author), Francesca Bonanno (Author), Carolina Calanca (Author), Francesco Mariani (Author), Carlotta Di Martino (Author), Sonia Rasmi (Author), Susanna Esposito (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2024-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Community-acquired pneumonia can lead to a serious complication called empyema, which refers to pus within the pleural space. While it poses a significant threat to morbidity, particularly in children, it is fortunately not associated with high mortality rates. However, determining the best...