Infection of the lung often accompanied by inflammation that is acquired through an interaction within a healthcare institution often through a therapeutic experience (e.g., use of catheters or ventilators).

Synonyms: Hospital Acquired Pneumonias, Healthcare Associated Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Nosocomial, Nosocomial Pneumonia, Nosocomial Pneumonias, Healthcare-Associated Pneumonias, Pneumonia, Healthcare-Associated, Healthcare-Associated Pneumonia, Hospital Acquired Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Hospital Acquired