T/CACM 009-2017 Guidelines for Clinical Practice on the Use of Traditional Chinese Medicine Monotherapy/Combination with Antibiotics for the Treatment of Common Infectious Diseases in Children with Acute Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

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Main technical content: Acute upper respiratory tract infections in children are one of the most common diseases in pediatric clinics. The pathogens of this disease are mainly viruses, which may be accompanied by infections such as hemolytic streptococcus, pneumococcus, and Haemophilus influenzae. Due to the fact that children's bodies are in the process of continuous growth and development, their organ functions are not yet perfect, and their response and sensitivity to drugs are different from those of adults. Therefore, it is more likely for them to develop drug resistance and adverse reactions during the use of antibiotics, which poses greater complexity and risks. Looking back on ancient Chinese medical classics and modern clinical research and practice, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatment of acute upper respiratory tract infections in children has many advantages, including improving clinical symptoms, shortening the course of the disease, enhancing immunity, achieving both symptomatic and etiological treatment, and having high safety. It has played an important role in the clinical diagnosis and treatment of acute upper respiratory tract infections in children, either alone or in combination with antibiotics. However, there is still a lack of standardized medication guidance. In view of the above situation, the working group organized experts in the field of pediatric respiratory medicine in China to hold a special seminar. By referring to the methods and processes of international clinical practice guidelines and under the guidance of relevant laws, regulations, and technical documents, the "Clinical Practice Guidelines for Traditional Chinese Medicine Alone/in Combination with Antibiotics in the Treatment of Common Infectious Diseases - Acute Upper Respiratory Tract Infections in Children" was formulated to guide medical practice in hospitals at all levels and types across the country. Due to regional, ethnic, and racial limitations, this guideline

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