Streptococcus pneumoniae Coinfection Is Correlated with the Severity of H1N1 Pandemic Influenza

Abstract

The association of S. pneumoniae with morbidity and mortality is established in the current and previous influenza pandemics. However, this study is the first to demonstrate the prognostic significance of non-invasive antemortem diagnosis of S. pneumoniae infection and may provide insights into clinical management.