Stroke-associated lung infection – case report

Abstract

Stroke-associated lung infections are a common phenomenon, with poorly defined definition and genesis, that lead to increased mortality, impaired functional capacity, and increased health care costs. We present a clinical case of a patient with stroke-associated pneumonia, underestimated during the initial hospitalization, leading to a life-threatening condition requiring emergency hospitalization. During the stay, the nasogastric tube was replaced with a gastrostomy, which significantly reduced the risk of subsequent aspiration and increased the patient‘s chances of recovery. After the treatment and physiotherapy, the patient has improved capacity and quality of life.