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Legionellosis

Medical Definition: Infections with bacteria of the genus LEGIONELLA.
Guide Notes: gram-neg bact infect by any species of Legionella except L. pneumophila ( = LEGIONNAIRES' DISEASE)
Previously Indexed: Bacterial Infections (1972-1986),Legionella (1981-1986),Legionnaires' Disease (1978-1986),Pneumonia (1966-1986)
Legionellosis Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Legionnaires' Disease - An acute, sometimes fatal, pneumonia-like bacterial infection characterized by high fever, malaise, muscle aches, respiratory disorders and headache. It is named for an outbreak at the 1976 Philadelphia convention of the American Legion.

Legionellosis Medical Definitions and Terms

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