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IDSA Algorithm for Neutropenic Fever - Initial Management, Subsequent Management and Prolonged Fever
Figure 1. Initial management
IDSA Algorithm for ... Neutropenic Fever ... of fever and neutropenia ... #neutropenic #fever ... #IDSA #Algorithm
“Step by Step” – the new kid on the block – aims to risk stratify this
serious bacterial infections ... There are clear ... #Diagnosis #Management ... #LP #Antibiotics ... #Fever
Algorithm for the Evaluation of Acute Diarrhea (< 7 days)
Are the following present?
   1.
Algorithm for the ... HIV infection or ... Bloody diarrhea, fever ... Acute #Diarrhea #management ... #algorithm #workup
Debridement and Management of Prosthetic Joint Infection (PJI)
Duration of symptoms <3 weeks OR  <30 days
Debridement and Management ... whether benefit > risk ... - Never “lifelong ... 12wk vs 6wk not clear ... #Debridement #Management
Lung Abscess - Diagnosis and Management Summary

Lung Abscess Etiology:
 • Necrosis of lung parenchyma by a
polymicrobial infection ... pneumonia • DM risk ... : • 80% have fever ... Intervention: - Fevers ... residual lesion or is clear
Summary of Oncologic Emergencies

Neutropenic fever:
- Fever + ANC < 500 → start cefepime ± vancomycin (if
Emergencies Neutropenic ... if SSTI or port infection ... work-up - If febrile ... 500 → may stop antibiotics ... mg/dL or > 25 % rise