title: Fever in the immunocompromised host.
abstract: A broad classification of immune defects provides a framework for the approach to fever in the immunocompromised host. Practical, historical, and physical examination findings are reviewed, and common clinical scenarios are highlighted. A general initial work-up and treatment plan are outlined.
authors.affiliation: Department of Emergency Medicine, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, USA. mossm@bellatlantic.net
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Mendelson
mesh_terms: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D004638:Emergency Treatment / Q000379:methods*; D005334:Fever / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D016867:Immunocompromised Host / Q000276:immunology; D008487:Medical History Taking / Q000379:methods; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000379:methods
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents