Predictors of Adverse Outcomes in Uncomplicated Lower Respiratory Tract Infections

PURPOSE

Presentation with acute lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI) in primary care is common. The aim of this study was to help clinicians treat patients presenting with LRTI in primary care by identifying those at risk of serious adverse outcomes (death, admission, late-onset pneumonia).

METHODS

In a prospective cohort study of patients presenting with LRTI symptoms, patient characteristics and clinical findings were...