Treating Acute Exacerbations of Chronic Bronchitis
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-1991
Description
The bacterial agents that cause acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis are primarily M. catarrhalis, S. pneumoniae, and H. influenzae. Ideally, Gram-stain examination of the sputum defines etiology and the selection of appropriate and cost-effective therapy. If empirical therapy is selected, the physician must consider the frequent production of beta-lactamase by M. catarrhalis in choosing treatment.
Citation Information
Smith, R.; and Verghese, A.. 1991. Treating Acute Exacerbations of Chronic Bronchitis. IM - Internal Medicine. Vol.12(9). 47-51. ISSN: 0273-6608