Interní Med. 2012; 14(4): 157-160

Treatment of lower respiratory tract infections in outpatient practice

MUDr.Monika Žurková

Klinika plicních nemocí a TBC, FN Olomouc

The most common lower respiratory tract infections include acute tracheobronchitis, acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis or of

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and pneumonias. A wide range of viruses, bacteria and higher forms of microorganisms may be the

causative agents. Recently, there has been an increased incidence of atypical bacteria as well as MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus

aureus) and multidrug-resistant gram-negative bacteria that can cause serious septic conditions. Their clinical manifestations range

from diseases with a mild course in otherwise healthy individuals to severe or sometimes even life-threatening conditions, particularly

in elderly or multimorbid persons. The indications for antibiotic treatment must therefore be as rational as possible.

disease, pneumonia.

Keywords: acute tracheobronchitis, acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary

Published: April 23, 2012  Show citation