Fever in the neutropenic host

被引:18
作者
Chanock, SJ
Pizzo, PA
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[1] National Cancer Institute, Bethesda
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10.1016/S0891-5520(05)70326-3
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R392 [医学免疫学]; Q939.91 [免疫学];
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100102 ;
摘要
Fever in the neutropenic patient following myelosuppressive chemotherapy is a medical emergency. Appropriate antimicrobial therapy can dramatically reduce infection-related morbidity and mortality. This article reviews the rationale and methodology of treatment as well as its applicability to other neutropenic states. The utility of adjunct therapy with granulocyte- stimulating compounds is also discussed.
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