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Influenza-related pneumonia.

Authors :
Almond MH
McAuley DF
Wise MP
Griffiths MJ
Source :
Clinical medicine (London, England) [Clin Med (Lond)] 2012 Feb; Vol. 12 (1), pp. 67-70.
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

Influenza-related pneumonia encompasses both primary viral pneumonia and secondary bacterial pneumonia, which may be difficult to differentiate clinically. A high index of suspicion, prompt initiation of antiviral and antibiotic therapy, and appropriate escalation to secondary/critical care are key to improving outcome.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1470-2118
Volume :
12
Issue :
1
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Clinical medicine (London, England)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
22372228
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.7861/clinmedicine.12-1-67