| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3375788 | Journal of Infection | 2007 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Symptoms alone are a poor indicator of bacterial infection. A semi-quantitative examination of a Gram-stained sputum preparation was the best indicator of bacterial infection. This finding may have relevance in the design of clinical trials of antibacterial drugs in AECB.
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Authors
C.J. Burley, R.G. Masterton, D.P. Lovell,