Legionnaires ’ Disease: Clinicoradiological Comparison of Sporadic Versus Outbreak Cases
Conclusions:
We found no specific clinicoradiological characteristics that could differentiate sporadic from epidemic cases of Legionella. Early recognition and high suspicion for Legionnaires’ disease are critical to provide appropriate treatment. Cluster of cases should increase suspicion for an outbreak.
Source: Clinical Medicine Insights: Circulatory, Respiratory and Pulmonary Medicine - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Hafiz Rizwan Talib Hashmi Lakshmi Saladi Frances Petersen Misbahuddin Khaja Gilda Diaz-Fuentes Source Type: research
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