Severe Pediatric Mycoplasma pneumoniae Infection Requiring Veno-venous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract: Mycoplasma pneumoniae (MP) is an atypical bacterial pathogen that typically causes mild respiratory symptoms. Rarely, MP is associated with acute respiratory distress syndrome, a condition marked by widespread inflammation in the lungs that often requires invasive support. We report a case of severe acute respiratory distress syndrome requiring veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in an otherwise healthy adolescent because of MP.

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Work Title Severe Pediatric Mycoplasma pneumoniae Infection Requiring Veno-venous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
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  1. Joshua Davis
  2. Jessica E. Ericson
  3. Robert Kavanagh
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  1. Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal
Publication Date January 1, 2021
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  1. https://doi.org/10.1097/INF.0000000000003051
Deposited July 21, 2021

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