Children at risk of deadly sepsis as GPs fail to treat common bladder infections affecting one in ten girls

Children at risk of deadly sepsis as GPs fail to treat common bladder infections affecting one in ten girls
  • Urinary tract infections are common but can cause serious long-term damage 
  • In the most serious cases, patients can develop sepsis which can be fatal  

Thousands of children in the UK are missing out on vital treatment for common urinary tract infections (UTIs), risking long-term damage to the bladder and kidneys, experts have warned.

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