Scrub typhus : A literature review

Abstract

Scrub typhus is a mite-borne acute febrile illness caused by Orientia tsutsugamushi. Recently a surge in pediatric cases is noted across the country. This review focuses on the pathogenesis, clinical profile, diagnosis, management and critical care needs in children with scrub typhus.

Keywords

• scrub typhus
• orientia tsutsugamushi
• children
• critical care