Original Article
The Role of Complications of Community Acquired Pneumonia on the Outcome of the Illness: A Prospective Observational Study in a Tertiary Institution in Eastern Nigeria
Author(s):
Mbata GC*, Chukwuka CJ, Onyedum CC, Onwubere BJC and Aguwa EN
Background: Community acquired pneumonia (CAP) is a major cause of mortality and morbidity in our environment. Recent data on the role of complications on outcome of CAP are not readily available in Nigeria. Aim: This study aims to analyze the influence of complications on the outcome of CAP in a tertiary health center in Eastern Nigeria. Subjects and Methods: A prospective observational study was carried out on 80 patients with CAP, who met the inclusion criteria. Data relating to their age, gender, and clinical details; severity assessment using CURB 65 (CâÂÃ?Â?ÂÃ?Â? confusion, Serum urea > 7mmol/L, RâÂÃ?Â?ÂÃ?Â?respiratory rate > 30, BâÂÃ?Â?ÂÃ?Â?systolic BP > 90 and diastolic BP ≤ 60, age > 65 years.) scoring system, laboratory results, complications, and outcome (mortality) were collec.. Read More»
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