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In what situations do you recommend secondary prophylaxis for Nocardia after completion of treatment?

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Infectious Disease · Emory University Hospital
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I do not recommend routine secondary prophylaxis after completion of treatment for Nocardia infection. While recurrence can occur, particularly in immunocompromised individuals (organ transplant patients), outcomes with repeat treatment are generally favorable. More importantly, there is no strong e...

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