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DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT OF COMMUNITY-ACQUIRED PNEUMONIA
American Thoracic Society
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The document is an official clinical practice guideline from the American Thoracic Society, approved in May 2025. It synthesizes systematic reviews and clinical evidence to formulate recommendations for managing CAP. Key topics include the use of lung ultrasound for diagnosis, the appropriateness of empiric antibacterial therapy based on respiratory virus test results, and the role of systemic corticosteroids in treatment. The guideline aims to improve clinical outcomes for patients with CAP through evidence-based practices.
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