Immunocompromised Hosts Flashcards

1
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What viral investigations would you use in an immunocompromised patient?

A

PCR (serology not used due to immune impairment)

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What groups of viruses are important in ICed pts?

A

Herpesviridae - CMV, EBV, HSV, HHV8, VZV
Polyomaviridae - JC and BK
Resp viruses
Hepatitis

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What fungi are important in ICed pts?

A

MADCanC
Mucorycosi
Aspergillus
Dermatophytes
Candida
Cryptococci

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