Fast I(n)dentification of Pathogens in Neonates (FINDPATH-N): protocol for a prospective pilot cohort study of next-generation sequencing for pathogen identification in neonates with suspected sepsis

IntroductionSepsis is a major source of morbidity and mortality in neonates; however, identification of the causative pathogens is challenging. Many neonates have negative blood cultures despite clinical evidence of sepsis. Next-generation sequencing (NGS) is a high-throughput, parallel sequencing t...

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Main Authors: Alison E Fox-Robichaud, Salhab el Helou, Jennifer Ann Klowak, Jeffrey M Pernica, Melissa J Parker, Michael Surette, Hendrik Poinar
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMJ Publishing Group 2020-04-01
Series:BMJ Paediatrics Open
Online Access:https://bmjpaedsopen.bmj.com/content/4/1/e000651.full