#141 Do Steroids Have a Role in Community-Acquired Pneumonia? Beyond Journal Club on the CAPE COD Trial
Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast
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The Role of Steroids in Treating Community-Acquired Pneumonia
This chapter explores the use of steroids in the treatment of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP), discussing the history of studies, notable trials, conflicting findings, and the lack of consensus among professional societies. It emphasizes the need to weigh the benefits and risks of steroid use and highlights the potential for improved outcomes in a subset of patients with severe CAP.
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