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2017 ; 38
(1
): 127-138
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Clin Chest Med
2017[Mar]; 38
(1
): 127-138
PMID28159155
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Secondary bacterial pneumonia after viral respiratory infection remains a
significant source of morbidity and mortality. Susceptibility is mediated by a
variety of viral and bacterial factors, and complex interactions with the host
immune system. Prevention and treatment strategies are limited to influenza
vaccination and antibiotics/antivirals respectively. Novel approaches to
identifying the individuals with influenza who are at increased risk for
secondary bacterial pneumonias are urgently needed. Given the threat of further
pandemics and the heightened prevalence of these viruses, more research into the
immunologic mechanisms of this disease is warranted with the hope of discovering
new potential therapies.