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Clinical characteristics of the first bacteremia episode.
| Variables, n (%) | Total, n = 46 |
|---|---|
| Symptoms | |
| Fever | 41(89) |
| Tachycardia | 17(37) |
| Gastrointestinal symptoms | 15 (32) |
| Skin lesions | 11 (23) |
| Hypotension | 10(21) |
| Alteration in mental status | 9 (19) |
| Laboratory values | |
| Positive CRP | 42 (91) |
| CRP > 9 ng/dl | 26 (56) |
| Neutropenia | 37 (80) |
| Absolute neutrophil count, range | 0-140 |
| Catheter-related infection | 15 (32) |
CRP: C-reactive protein.
