Understanding the CURB-65 Score

Understanding the CURB-65 Score

The CURB-65 score, also known as the CURB-65 criteria, is a validated clinical prediction tool used to assess the severity of pneumonia and predict mortality risk in patients with community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). This score is an acronym for Confusion, Urea,...
Diagnosing Pneumonia on Chest X-Ray

Diagnosing Pneumonia on Chest X-Ray

Pneumonia, which is defined as inflammation of the lung, is a common cause of morbidity and mortality around the world. Every year between 0.5% and 1% of adults in the U.K. will develop community-acquired pneumonia. Pneumonia is characterised by exudation and...