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"80 percent atypical pneumonia" typically refers to a diagnosis where 80 percent of pneumonia cases are caused by atypical pathogens, such as Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Chlamydia pneumoniae, or Legionella species, rather than typical bacterial causes like Streptococcus pneumoniae. Atypical pneumonia often presents with milder symptoms and may require different treatment approaches. Understanding this distinction helps guide appropriate antibiotic therapy and informs clinical management.

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