ISSN:
1573-7284
Keywords:
Viridans streptococci
;
Bacteremia in cancer patients
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract Viridans streptococci septicemia was documented in ten cancer patients, 7 of whom were neutropenic (〈 1000/mmc). Pneumonia was presumed to be the source of bacteremia in six patients. Viridans streptococci isolated from sputum culture in an immunocompromised host must be regarded as the potential etiological agent, then further characterized and checked for antibiotic sensitivity.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00149743