Conclusion:
AVB is common cause of
hospitalization among infants, RSV and rhinovirus commonly detected
viruses, and 1/3rd cases required intensive care
admission. Underlying comorbidity; presence of chest retractions,
respiratory failure, lower oxygen saturation at admission; shock; and
need of mechanical ventilation were independent predictors of PICU
admission. Isolation of virus or co-infection were not associated with
disease severity, PICU admission, or outcome.