Abstract
In patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) prevention of lung infections with Pseudomonas aeruginosa is of major importance. Principles to achieve this goal include vaccination, immediate use of antibiotics in patients newly colonized with the pathogen, and hygienic measures. The purpose of this review is to discuss recent developments in this context.
Copyright © 2010. Published by Elsevier GmbH.
MeSH terms
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Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use
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Bacterial Vaccines / administration & dosage
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Bronchopneumonia / prevention & control*
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Cystic Fibrosis / complications*
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Humans
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Infection Control / methods
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Pneumonia, Bacterial / prevention & control*
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Pseudomonas Infections / prevention & control*
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Pseudomonas aeruginosa / drug effects
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Pseudomonas aeruginosa / immunology
Substances
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Anti-Bacterial Agents
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Bacterial Vaccines