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Chapter-07 Pneumonia

BOOK TITLE: Clinical Pediatrics—Respiratory Disorders for Students and Practitioners

Author
1. H Gopakumar
2. Gopakumar Reeshma
ISBN
9788184482959
DOI
10.5005/jp/books/10144_7
Edition
1/e
Publishing Year
2008
Pages
26
Author Affiliations
1. Academy of Medical Sciences (ACME), Medical College, Pariyaram, Kannur, Kerala, India
2. Lifecare Hospital, Kasargod, Kerala, India
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Abstract

Pneumonia is a major cause of mortality and morbidity in developing countries. National programmes are in place for creating awareness regarding this condition with regard to early diagnosis, referral and management. Involvement of health workers who are in first contact with the patients would go a long way in prompt diagnosis, referral and management. This chapter delves into the various aspects of diagnosis and treatment of pneumonia based on simple clinical signs and judicious use of investigations.

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