Clinical, Laboratory and Etiological Profile of Community Acquired Pneumonia in Elderly

Background: Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) is third leading cause of death in older people worldwide. Apart from typical symptoms the elderly present with atypical symptoms. The diagnosis of pneumonia and its treatment poses a challenge for clinicians. Aim and Objectives: The study was undertake...

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Main Authors: Anand P. Ambali, Shruti S. Kolli, Mallanna S. Mulimani
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences University 2017-07-01
Series:Journal of Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences University
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Online Access:http://www.jkimsu.com/jkimsu-vol6no3/JKIMSU,%20Vol.%206,%20No.%203,%20July-September%202017%20Page%2076-83.pdf