Community-acquired pneumonia - a clinical approach to assessment and management : CPD

Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) remains an important cause of morbidity and mortality. The implementation of CAP guidelines can decrease patient mortality and limit antibiotic resistance. The South African Thoracic Society (SATS) has revised its guidelines for the management of CAP in adults. Thi...

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Published in:South African family practice 2008-05, Vol.50 (3), p.15-23
Main Author: Black, A.D.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) remains an important cause of morbidity and mortality. The implementation of CAP guidelines can decrease patient mortality and limit antibiotic resistance. The South African Thoracic Society (SATS) has revised its guidelines for the management of CAP in adults. This article reviews the management of CAP and explores the rationale for the recommendations regarding point of care and antibiotic therapy.
ISSN:2078-6190
2078-6204