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- Title
Prevention of bacterial infection in pediatric oncology: what do we know, what can we learn?
- Authors
Alexander, Sarah; Nieder, Michael; Zerr, Danielle M; Fisher, Brian T; Dvorak, Christopher C; Sung, Lillian
- Abstract
Bacterial sepsis continues to be a leading cause of morbidity and toxic death in children receiving intensive therapy for cancer. Empiric therapy for suspected infections and treatment of documented infections are well-established standards of care. The routine use of prophylactic strategies is much less common in pediatric oncology. This paper will review the current literature on the use and risks of antimicrobial prophylaxis as well as non-pharmacological methods for infection prevention and will address areas in need of further research.
- Publication
Pediatric blood & cancer, 2012, Vol 59, Issue 1, p16
- ISSN
1545-5017
- Publication type
Journal Article
- DOI
10.1002/pbc.23416