| Literature DB >> 3047658 |
Abstract
Infectious complications in children with acute leukemias are reviewed as to incidence, predisposing factors, microbiologic etiologies and treatment. Principles of antimicrobiologic therapy are presented for bacterial, fungal, viral, and protozoal infections seen in children with cancer. Prevention of infection is also discussed.Entities:
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Year: 1988 PMID: 3047658 DOI: 10.1016/s0031-3955(16)36514-2
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Pediatr Clin North Am ISSN: 0031-3955 Impact factor: 3.278