Publications by authors named "Joan Canseco-Ribas"
Expert Rev Mol Diagn
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) is a serious infectious disease, primarily caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, but recent studies highlight the significant role of respiratory viruses in adults as well.
- The identification of the specific pathogens causing pneumonia is often delayed due to challenges in sample collection and laboratory analysis, leading to reliance on initial empirical treatment.
- Point-of-care testing (POCT) offers rapid diagnostic tools that can help determine the appropriate treatment for CAP, particularly in severe cases and for immunocompromised patients, aiming to improve patient outcomes.
