Conclusion
In conclusion, LUS seems to be an accurate and well tolerated method in the diagnosis of pneumonia in febrile neutropenic and non-neutropenic pediatric cancer patients. We therefore believe in the potential of this method for the diagnosis and follow-up of lung infections in pediatric cancer patients. Further studies and larger case series are needed to confirm the hypothesis put forward with this pilot study.
Acknowledgment: The medical staff of the Pediatric and Pediatric Emergency Room Department of the Cannizzaro Emergency Hospital, Catania for the training performed in the execution of lung ultrasound