Abstract
Chlamydia pneumoniae is a worldwide respiratory pathogen involved in 6-20% of community-acquired pneumonias and in about 5% of acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis. Preliminary data also indicate a possible association between Chlamydia pneumoniae infection and asthma. Further studies are needed to elucidate whether Chlamydia pneumoniae is merely a precipitant of asthma symptoms or is actually one of the causes of asthma.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Clinical Microbiology and Infection |
Volume | 1 |
Issue number | SUPPL. 1 |
Publication status | Published - Mar 1996 |
Keywords
- Asthma
- Chlamydia pneumoniae
- Community-acquired pneumonia
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Microbiology
- Microbiology (medical)