[Legionellosis].
In the above review, the authors intended to stress the epidemiologic importance of legionellosis which has become a frequent cause of respiratory pathology in the short time since its first appearance (1976), reaching a for from negligible proportion among respiratory disorders (2-8% of acute bronchopulmonary diseases) and a considerable death rate (10-40%). Clinical and diagnostic as well as therapeutic aspects and especially prophylaxis all discussed, the latter concerning above all the environment and adequate maintenance of heating and air-conditioning equipment in community centers, and particularly in hospitals and hotels.
Melino
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Istituto di Igiene G. Sanarelli, Università degli Studi di Roma, La Sapienza.
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Fischetti
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D000328:Adult; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007558:Italy; D007876:Legionellosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000628:therapy; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents
Le legionellosi.