Risk factors for severe bronchiolitis in children less than 2 years old: a retrospective cohort study

Abstract

Background: Bronchiolitis is the most common reason for hospitalization and frequent cause of viral infection. This study aimed to determine the risk factors for severe bronchiolitis in children admitted through the emergency department at Sultan Qaboos University Hospital in Oman. Methods: A retrospective chart review was conducted among children [SJEMed 2021; 2(2.000): 172-179]

Keywords

• bronchiolitis
• emergency medicine
• non-invasive ventilation
• mechanical ventilation
• oman