BMJ learning - Pneumonia: update on diagnosis and management

被引:61
作者
Hoare, Z [1 ]
Lim, WS [1 ]
机构
[1] City Hosp Nottingham, Dept Resp Med, Nottingham NG5 1PB, England
来源
BMJ-BRITISH MEDICAL JOURNAL | 2006年 / 332卷 / 7549期
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10.1136/bmj.332.7549.1077
中图分类号
R5 [内科学];
学科分类号
1002 ; 100201 ;
摘要
Prompt diagnosis and management of community acquired pneumonia saves lives. This article summarises the latest key recommendations in the management of pneumonia and is intended for junior doctors managing this common condition.
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页码:1077 / 1079
页数:5
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