title: Opportunistic infections.
abstract: When confronted with infections in an immunosuppressed immune-incompetent patient, it is important to have a pathophysiologic approach. A knowledge of the types and sources of microorganisms likely to be associated with breakdown of various types of host defenses is essential in the care of such patients. Newer pathogens are continuously being described and an awareness of underlying mechanisms is the keystone of early diagnosis and modern management.
mesh_terms: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D004352:Drug Resistance, Microbial; D006801:Humans; D007109:Immunity; D007165:Immunosuppression Therapy / Q000009:adverse effects; D017053:Infection Control; D007239:Infections / Q000209:etiology* / Q000635:transmission; D013559:Symbiosis; D014774:Virulence
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents