Pneumonia Segmental

Segmental pneumonia is an acute inflammatory disease of the lower respiratory tract, which is caused by a bacterial or viral infection. Segmental inflammation occurs in a specific segment of the lung - an area that is limited by the ribs and mediastinum.

Causes of segmental pneumonia Segmental pneumonia develops under the influence of bacteria (pneumococci, streptococci), viruses or their combinations, less often - due to infection by fungi or protozoa. Pathogens cause degenerative, necrotic processes in the tissues of the lung with the subsequent development of atelectasis caused by spasm of the pulmonary artery. Manifested by multiple inflammatory foci. They are characterized by limited blood circulation, congestive edema and breakdown of protein substances as a result of multiple vascular changes. Pneumonic segmental infection is accompanied by severe intoxication of the body. The body reacts with the occurrence of fever, headache, deterioration in the patient’s general well-being, and the circulatory system is affected. Symptoms of segmental pneumonia They develop gradually,