Rabies in Children: Prevention and Management

Authors

  • Christine Tjahjadinata General Practitioner, Jakarta, Indonesia
  • Wendi Clarita General Practitioner, Jakarta, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55175/cdk.v51i7.1082

Keywords:

Animal bites, prevention, zoonotic disease, prophylaxis, rabies

Abstract

Rabies is a fatal zoonotic disease caused by animal bites, with the majority of cases occuring in Asia, including Indonesia. About 30% to 60% of animal bite victims are children under 15 years old. Most rabies deaths are caused by delayed treatment because it is considered harmless, whereas prevention by providing prophylaxis before and after exposure can prevent rabies deaths. Meanwhile, the treatment for rabies is still limited and has a poor prognosis.

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Published

01-07-2024

How to Cite

Tjahjadinata, C., & Clarita, W. (2024). Rabies in Children: Prevention and Management. Cermin Dunia Kedokteran, 51(7), 379–383. https://doi.org/10.55175/cdk.v51i7.1082