Guidelines
Febrile Neutropenia - Adult

Febrile Neutropenia - Adult

Definitions

Absolute neutrophil count ≤ 1000

Temperature ≥ 100.4 ⁰F for 30 min or >101⁰F

ANC ≤ 500, temperature ≥ 100.4 ⁰F

SIRS criteria and/or BP ↓ from baseline, requiring vasopressors, AMS

50 kg + 2.3 (inches >5 feet)

45.5 kg + 2.3 (inches >5 feet)

Etiology, Risk Factors, Common Pathogens