Lung abscess: an update on the current knowledge and call for future investigations
Søren Sperling,
Victor Naestholt Dahl,
Andreas Fløe
Abstract:Purpose of review
Lung abscess is a severe and complex respiratory infection. The purpose of this review is to discuss recent publications on lung abscess, covering topics such as epidemiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment and prevention.
Recent findings
Risk factors associated with lung abscess include structural lung disease, poor dental hygiene, and ventilator-associated pneumonia, while concerns are now raised regarding the potent… Show more
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“…The success of our approach, combined with the literature supporting various surgical interventions, indicates that individualized treatment plans, guided by patient response and specific clinical circumstances, can lead to optimal outcomes. Future research should focus on establishing clear guidelines and exploring the long-term efficacy of different surgical techniques in managing pediatric lung abscesses, aiming to reduce hospital stays, improve recovery rates, and enhance overall patient care [ 18 ].…”
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