Clinical characteristics and predictor analysis of pediatric Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia with small segment molded sputum plugs: a retrospective study

A history of recurrent respiratory infections and diminished breath sounds emerged as independent predictors of small segment molded sputum plugs in pediatric MPP. These findings highlight the importance of considering these clinical features during the evaluation of MPP patients to inform diagnostic and therapeutic decision-making. Future studies are warranted to investigate the potential benefits of early detection and intervention on clinical outcomes in pediatric MPP.