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4 - Febrile Neutropenia

Learn Oncology
Feb 03, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 4
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Episode description

Learn about one of the medical emergencies in oncology: febrile neutropenia! Written and recorded by our fabulous Leanne Kim, McMaster University Medical Student, Graduating class of 2021. 

  1. What is the definition of febrile neutropenia and why is it important to know?
  2. Who is at risk for developing febrile neutropenia?
  3. Why does febrile neutropenia develop?
  4. How should you approach history-taking and physical examination of a patient with febrile neutropenia?
  5. What investigations should be ordered for work-up of a patient with febrile neutropenia?
  6. Are there any risk-stratifying tools for febrile neutropenia?
  7. How do you treat febrile neutropenia?
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