Pneumonia
Pulmonary infections in the returned traveller
Pneumonia20179:1
DOI: 10.1186/s41479-017-0026-1
© The Author(s) 2017
Received: 10 December 2015
Accepted: 16 October 2016
Published: 25 January 2017
Abstract
Pulmonary infections in the returned traveller are a common presentation. A wide variety of infections may present with pulmonary symptoms. It is important for clinicians to differentiate the cause of these symptoms. The risk of contracting certain travel-related pulmonary diseases depends on travel destination, length of stay, activities undertaken and co-morbidities. Some pathogens are found worldwide, whilst others are related to specific locations. This review article will discuss the approach to diagnosing and treating pulmonary infections in the returned traveller.
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