Abstract
This article examines the features of nosocomial pneumonia in the subpopulation of patients with multiple trauma. Epidemiology, trauma-associated risk factors, diagnosis, microbiology, therapy, and prevention are reviewed. While some issues may overlap with critically ill patients in general, differences in approach and management will be discussed.
MeSH terms
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Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use
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Bed Rest / adverse effects
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Combined Modality Therapy
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Flail Chest / complications
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Humans
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Intubation, Intratracheal / adverse effects
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Multiple Trauma / complications*
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Pneumonia / complications*
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Pneumonia / diagnosis
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Pneumonia / etiology
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Pneumonia / therapy
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Pneumonia, Aspiration / complications
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Risk Factors
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Thoracic Injuries / complications
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Tracheostomy