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This document summarizes the pathophysiology of pneumonia. It discusses: 1) Pneumonia results from the invasion and overgrowth of microorganisms in the lung parenchyma, overwhelming host defenses. Risk factors include underlying disease, sedative use, intubation, and antibiotic treatment which can alter the normal respiratory flora. 2) Microorganisms can reach the lungs through several means, including aspiration of oropharyngeal secretions in intubated patients, bacteremia, contaminated aerosols, or dir
- Author
- M Ali Wardani
- Language
- EN