Antimicrobial prophylaxis in pediatric patients with leukemia: Reducing incidence of febrile neutropenia episodes and bloodborne infections.

IntroductionInfectious complications are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in pediatric leukemia, particularly during intensive chemotherapy. Febrile neutropenia (FN), bacteremia, and fungemia are common and potentially life-threatening. Thi…

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