October 1, 2015 - Neutropenia Flashcards
1
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Levels of Neutropenia
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Mild is 1.0-1.5
Moderate is 0.5-1.0
Severe is 0.2-0.5
Very severe is <0.2
Febrile neutropenia is a medical emergency.
2
Q
Causes of Decreased Neutrophils (only neutrophils)
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Decreased production
Increased consumption
Idiopathic
Increased destruction
3
Q
Chronic Benign Neutropenia
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Usually occurs in late childhood or adults.
No serious recurrent infections and no therapy required.
4
Q
Common Organisms in Neutropenic Patients
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S. aureas
Gram negatives
Fungi
* NOT viral or parasitic
5
Q
Therapies for Neutropenia
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Neupogen (synthetic injectable form of G-CSF)
6
Q
Neuopgen
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Synthetic form of G-CSF
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