C-reactive Protein Variation and Its Usefulness in the Prognostication and Monitoring of Patients With Pneumococcal Pneumonia

Gomes, André; Ribeiro, Rui; Froes, Filipe; Mergulhão, Paulo; Gonçalves Pereira, João

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Gomes, André; Ribeiro, Rui; Froes, Filipe; Mergulhão, Paulo; Gonçalves Pereira, João

Abstract(s)

Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) is a prevalent and life-threatening infection that causes significant morbidity and mortality. Biomarkers, such as C-reactive protein (CRP), can help to diagnose, monitor, and prognose patients with this condition. This study aimed to analyze the disease course, the CRP peak concentration, its relationship with prognosis, and its variation in hospitalized patients with pneumococcal CAP.