《呼吸内科学》Lung Abscess.pptVIP

A lung abscess is a pus-filled cavity in the lung surrounded by inflamed tissue and caused by an infection. Causes and mechanisms Aspiration lung abscess Secondary lung abscess Hematogenous lung abscess Aspiration lung abscess(1) A lung abscess is usually caused by bacteria that normally live in the mouth or throat and that are inhaled into the lungs, block an airway and form a right condition for bacterial infection. Often, gum disease is the source of the bacteria that cause a lung abscess. Aspiration lung abscess(2) The body has many defenses to help prevent bacteria from getting in