Gastrointestinal Infections – Clinical Utility for Pediatric Patients

In this episode of the Syndromic Insights Podcast, hosts Dr. Linny Phuong and Dr. Alicia Chang discuss the importance of syndromic testing in pediatric gastrointestinal infections. Dr Phuong is joined by Dr. Hyun Mi Kang from Seoul St. Mary's Hospital in South Korea to discuss how syndromic testing is utilized in her practice.

They explore two case studies highlighting the rapid, comprehensive detection of bacterial, viral, and parasitic pathogens using the GI syndromic panel, emphasizing its benefits in clinical decision-making and antimicrobial stewardship.

The episode also touches on the practical and ethical considerations of syndromic testing, such as cost-benefit analysis and the sensitivity of test results.

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