Differential diagnosis of infectious and non-infectious lung diseases
- VernacularTitle:肺部感染和非感染性疾病鉴别诊断的临床思维
- Author:
Bo ZHANG
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
lung infection;
differential diagnosis
- From:
Chinese Journal of Practical Internal Medicine
2001;0(02):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
It is very difficult to distinguish infectious lung diseases from no-infectious ones,and a correct practice guideline is of great significance.There are several important principals for physicians in dealing with the situation:collection of a detailed patients' history and physical examination information,objective evaluation of laboratory findings,an ability of imaging diagnosis and differential diagnosis,prompt invasive procedure with caution,and skillful empiric treatment.Different pathogens should be tested for infectious lung diseases.The non-infectious lung diseases should be handled with strong sense of caution,so as to avoid misdiagnosis and missed diagnosis.
