pediatrics
Bacterial Tracheitis
Treatment of Bacterial Tracheitis
Adequate airway ensured Antibiotics effective againstS. aureusand streptococcal species Treatment of bacterial tracheitis in severe cases is the same as that for Treatment ; whenever possible, Initial antibiotics should coverS. aureus, including methicillin-resistantS. aureus(MRSA), and streptococcal species; IVvancomycinandceftriaxonemay be appropriate empirically.Ceftaroline, as monotherapy, is a reasonable alternative to this combination regimen. Therapy for critically ill children should be guided by a consultant knowledgeable in local susceptibility patterns. Once definitive microbial diagnosis is made, coverage is narrowed and continued for≥10 days. 