Spectrum: Local Antimicrobial Stewardship, for Billings Clinic

Cellulitis

Definitions

Mild

Without systemic signs of infection

Moderate

With systemic signs of infection

Severe

  • Failed earlier therapy

  • Multiple systemic signs

  • Immunocompromised

  • Skin sloughing

  • Hypotension

  • Evidence of organ dysfunction

Non-Purulent Infections

Mild

Moderate

Severe

Purulent Infections

Mild

Moderate

Severe

Notes

Duration of Therapy

Oral Step-Down