Invasive fungal infections in neutropenic enterocolitis: A systematic analysis of pathogens incidence treatment and mortality in adult patients

摘要

BackgroundNeutropenic enterocolitis is a life-threatening complication most frequently occurring after intensive chemotherapy in acute leukaemias. Gramnegative bacteria constitute the most important group of causative pathogens. Fungi have also been reported, but their practical relevance remains unclear. The guidelines do not address concrete treatment recommendations for fungal neutropenic enterocolitis.