Basavraj S Nagoba, Shree V Dhotre, Ajay M Gavkare, Sachin S Mumbre, Pradnya S Dhotre
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This editorial reflects on the research, which investigates the potential of serum markers to predict the severity of Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections. Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia (MPP) is a prevalent cause of respiratory infections in children, often leading to significant morbidity. Predicting the severity of MPP can significantly enhance patient management and outcomes. This editorial reviews the role of specific laboratory markers: (1) Lactate dehydrogenase; (2) Interleukin (IL)-6; (3) IL-10; (4) Tumor necrosis factor-α; and (5) D-dimer in predicting the severity of MPP in pediatric patients. Elevated levels of these markers are strongly associated with severe cases of MPP, providing clinicians with valuable tools for early diagnosis and targeted intervention.
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