Pulmonary infections in the returned traveller. Issue 1 (December 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Trimble, Ashleigh; Moffat, V.; Collins, A.
• Is Part Of: Pneumonia. Volume 9:Issue 1(2017)
• Page Start: 1
• Page End: 10
• Publication Date: 2017-12
• Subjects: Travel -- Traveller -- Pulmonary infections -- Tropics -- Respiratory infections; Pneumonia -- Periodicals; 616.241
• DOI: 10.1186/s41479-017-0026-1
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2200-6133

Abstract

Abstract Pulmonary infections in the returned traveller are a common presentation. A wide variety of infections may present with pulmonary symptoms. It is important for clinicians to differentiate the cause of these symptoms. The risk of contracting certain travel-related pulmonary diseases depends on travel destination, length of stay, activities undertaken and co-morbidities. Some pathogens are found worldwide, whilst others are related to specific locations. This review article will discuss the approach to diagnosing and treating pulmonary infections in the returned traveller.