Aspiration Pneumonia

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Authors

Michael S. Niederman · Cornell University

Abstract

The causative agents in aspiration pneumonia have shifted from anaerobic to aerobic bacteria. Challenges remain in distinguishing aspiration pneumonia from chemical pneumonitis. Treatment and prevention strategies are discussed.

Topics & Keywords

Dysphagia Assessment and Management Nosocomial Infections in ICU Gastroesophageal reflux and treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: New England Journal of Medicine

Volume 380, Issue 7, pp. 651-663

DOI: 10.1056/nejmra1714562

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