Haematology neutropenic sepsis guideline

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Management of Febrile Neutropenia in Haematology Patients:

Neutropenic sepsis is a medical emergency - these patients need immediate assessment and initiation of treatment.

Assessment and criteria for treatment
1st Line antibiotics
On-going management: The 48 Hour Review
Use of intravenous antifungal drugs
Treatment specific conditions and infections in neutropenic patients

The Full Guideline "Management of febrile neutropenic [haematology] patients " is available on pages 19-24 of the SHO's guide in the doctors office on E17 haematology ward.

Page last edited: 13/11/2008

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Caution; the antibiotic doses recommended on this website are intended for adult patients with normal renal and liver function unless otherwise stated. Dosing advice for patients with renal impairment is available here.