Sara Dong
Infectious disease clinician and co-host of the Infectious Disease Puscast, involved in literature review and discussion of clinical infectious diseases topics.
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Aug 19, 2024 • 27min
Invasive Candidiasis with Dr. Paul Sue and Dr. Sara Dong
Dr. Paul Sue, an expert in pediatric infectious diseases, and Dr. Sara Dong, a physician specializing in transplant and immunocompromised host infections, delve into the complexities of invasive candidiasis in pediatric care. They emphasize the critical difference between candidiasis and colonization, shedding light on severe mortality risks for immunocompromised patients. The conversation tackles management strategies, including the necessity of indwelling line removal and the potential of granulocyte therapy, while navigating the challenges of treating critically ill children.
Aug 12, 2024 • 51min
Approach to Invasive Fungal Infections in the PICU with Dr. Paul Sue and Dr. Sara Dong
Dr. Paul Sue, an expert in pediatric infectious diseases, and Dr. Sara Dong, a specialist in transplant medicine, tackle the challenges of invasive fungal infections in immunocompromised children. They discuss the intricacies of diagnosing and treating these infections, especially post-transplantation. The importance of tailored antifungal regimens is emphasized, alongside the balance between necessary immunosuppression and infection risk. They also explore advanced diagnostics and the role of new technologies in improving patient outcomes.
