#288 LIVE! Neutropenic Fever featuring Dr. Susan Seo

Febrile neutropenia, defined as fever accompanied by a low absolute neutrophil count, is the central focus, with Dr. Susan Seo, an infectious disease physician, providing expert guidance. The discussion differentiates between low-risk and high-risk patients, emphasizing that solid tumor patients typically experience milder, shorter neutropenia, making them potential candidates for outpatient management. Key considerations for outpatient treatment include the patient's overall clinical stability, performance status, ability to take oral medication, and the availability of a caregiver. For high-risk patients, prompt hospitalization and IV antibiotics are necessary, with vancomycin added in specific scenarios like hypotension or suspected line sepsis. The podcast further explores the role of urine cultures, chest X-rays, and the timing of antifungal treatment, as well as GCSF use.