Comparison of detecting Legionella Pneumophilla with urinary antigen test in teaching hospitals

ConclusionThis disease primarily involves smokers and people with immunodeficiency; especially those with low lymphocyte early in admission. Therefore, in patients with a history of smoking and severe pneumonia requiring hospitalization in ICU, Legionella should be kept in mind.
Source: Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health - Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research