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Leung AK, Robson WL. Fever in Childhood: Part 2: fever of unknown origin. Can Fam Physician. 1992;38:1841-5
Leung, A. K., & Robson, W. L. (1992). Fever in Childhood: Part 2: fever of unknown origin. Canadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien, 381841-5.
Leung, A K, and Robson, W L. "Fever in Childhood: Part 2: fever of unknown origin." Canadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien vol. 38 (1992): 1841-5.
Leung AK, Robson WL. Fever in Childhood: Part 2: fever of unknown origin. Can Fam Physician. 1992 Aug;38:1841-5. PMID: 21221316; PMCID: PMC2145776.
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Can Fam Physician. 1992 Aug;38:1841-5.

Fever in Childhood: Part 2: fever of unknown origin.

Canadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien

A K Leung, W L Robson

PMID: 21221316 PMCID: PMC2145776

Abstract

The most common cause of fever of unknown origin (FUO) is infectious disease, followed less frequently by collagen vascular disease, and malignancy. Most children with FUO have a common disorder that is atypical in presentation. A history and physical examination are vital and should be repeated until a diagnosis is established. Specific laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging studies should be ordered based on the clinical evaluation. Children with FUO have a better prognosis than adults; most can expect full recovery.

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