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Nephrotoxicity associated with aminoglycoside therapy in paediatrics: experiences from a leading referral hospital in Kenya

2024Open accessUniversity of Nairobi

Abstract

Aminoglycosides were more nephrotoxic to asphyxiated, low-birth-weight neonates with sepsis. Routine monitoring of kidney function should be done within 72 h of starting aminoglycoside treatment in all neonates.

Research topics

  • Antibiotics Pharmacokinetics and Efficacy
  • Neonatal Health and Biochemistry
  • Acute Kidney Injury Research

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DOI: 10.1093/jacamr/dlae143

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