Socioeconomic status and migration background as predictors of complicated lower respiratory tract infections in primary care

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Authors

Ernst D. van Dokkum · Leiden University Medical Center

Naomi Kraaijenbrink · Leiden University Medical Center

Saskia Le Cessie · Leiden University Medical Center

Martijn Sijbom · Leiden University Medical Center

Adriënne S. van der Schoor · Leiden University Medical Center

Leo G. Visser · Leiden University Medical Center

Cees van Nieuwkoop

Abstract

SES is a strong predictor of a complicated course of LRTI in primary care, even after adjusting for conventional risk factors. The incorporation of SES into clinical decision tools and guidelines has the potential to enhance risk-stratification of patients with LRTI in daily practice of primary care, thereby supporting more equitable care.

Topics & Keywords

Pneumonia and Respiratory Infections Antibiotic Use and Resistance Nosocomial Infections in ICU

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Reduced inequalities

Publication Details

Published in: Communications Medicine

DOI: 10.1038/s43856-026-01542-5

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