Abstract
Nocardia spp. are ubiquitously distributed gram-positive bacteria that cause human infections predominantly in the immunocompromised host and in patients with chronic lung diseases. The clinical spectrum includes localized cutaneous and pulmonary infections and generalized disease which has a serious prognosis. The diagnosis is made by microscopic and cultural detection from respiratory and sterile samples. Therapeutic options include co-trimoxazole and imipenem/amikacin.
Translated title of the contribution | Nocardiosis |
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Original language | German |
Journal | Pneumologe |
Volume | 4 |
Issue number | 6 |
Pages (from-to) | 424-431 |
Number of pages | 8 |
ISSN | 1613-5636 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 01.11.2007 |
Research Areas and Centers
- Academic Focus: Center for Infection and Inflammation Research (ZIEL)