Sepsis in Pediatrics: Present Status and Challenges for the Future
A special issue of Children (ISSN 2227-9067). This special issue belongs to the section "Pediatric Allergy and Immunology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 February 2026 | Viewed by 2
Special Issue Editor
Interests: intensive care; epidemiology; anti-infective agents
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Sepsis is a life-threatening condition triggered by the body's extreme response to infection that can affect infants, children, and adolescents and is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in this population.
This Special Issue, "Sepsis in Pediatrics: Present Status and Challenges for the Future", aims to present a comprehensive overview of the latest research, clinical guidelines, and expert insights to improve the diagnosis and management of sepsis in pediatric patients. By addressing the unique challenges associated with pediatric sepsis and highlighting evidence-based strategies for optimizing care, this Special Issue aims to enhance outcomes and reduce the burden of sepsis-related morbidity and mortality in children. Furthermore, it will highlight the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to managing pediatric sepsis, emphasizing collaboration between pediatricians, intensivists, infectious disease specialists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Our goal is to discuss strategies for optimizing care delivery, including the use of protocols and guidelines, as well as the integration of technological advances to enhance the early detection and monitoring of sepsis in children.
Dr. Otilia Elena Frăsinariu
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- childhood sepsis
- life-threatening organ dysfunction
- septic shock
- sepsis-induced immunosuppression
- immunodeficiency
- neonatal sepsis
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