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.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Review
MeSH terms
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Humans
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Influenza, Human / complications*
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Influenza, Human / diagnosis
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Influenza, Human / epidemiology
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Influenza, Human / therapy
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Pneumonia, Bacterial / diagnosis
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Pneumonia, Bacterial / epidemiology
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Pneumonia, Bacterial / etiology*
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Pneumonia, Bacterial / therapy
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Pneumonia, Viral / diagnosis
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Pneumonia, Viral / epidemiology
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Pneumonia, Viral / etiology*
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Pneumonia, Viral / therapy