17th February 2025

A 40-year-old male is a recipient of a lung transplant.

A 40-year-old male is a recipient of a lung transplant. 72 hours following his transplant he develops increased purulent respiratory secretions. 

Observations are as follows: oxygen saturation 89% on 5L facemask, respiratory rate 30, heart rate 120, blood pressure 100/50.

Investigations are as follows:

Beta-D-glucan: Positive

T2 Magnetic resonance assay test: Positive

Galactomannan antigen: Negative

What is the most appropriate treatment?

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