Infections in the Immunocompromised Host

Abstract

Managing infection in an immunocompromised patient is a challenge to any ICU physician, as the presentation is varied and subtle and needs high index of suspicion for diagnosis and multiple possible etiologies. A methodological approach to investigation and choice of empirical therapy is warranted in these patients. Complexity of the problem necessitates close liaison between the microbiologist, infectious disease consultant, and hemato-oncologist.