Legionella Pneumonia on Point-of-care Ultrasound in the Emergency Department: A Case Report

Legionella Pneumonia on Point-of-care Ultrasound in the Emergency Department: A Case Report

Introduction: Legionella is an uncommon, atypical organism that can cause community-acquired pneumonia. Commonly associated with high fevers, gastrointestinal symptoms, and hyponatremia, it can be easily overlooked, especially during the coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Legionella ha...

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Main Authors:	Robert W. Lopez, Matthew K. Hysell, Jereme P. Long, Joseph Longobardi
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	eScholarship Publishing, University of California 2021-05-01
Series:	Clinical Practice and Cases in Emergency Medicine
Online Access:	https://escholarship.org/uc/item/57z2k92v

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