A case of rhino-orbital mucormycosis in an immunocompetent patient following Hurricane Irma
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DOI: 10.1016/j.idcr.2019.e00603
Abstract: Exposure to molds following a major hurricane has been associated with opportunistic fungal infections especially in immunocompromised hosts [[1], [2], [3], [4]]. Most of these mold infections are usually aspergillosis, typically involving the lungs. On… read more here.
Keywords: mucormycosis immunocompetent; following hurricane; case rhino; hurricane ... See more keywords
Pulmonary mucormycosis in immunocompetent hosts diagnosed by bronchioalveolar lavage
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2020-240180
Abstract: Mucormycosis is a rare infection caused by Mucorales fungi belonging to Zygomycetes class. It can present with spectrum of symptoms and signs based of organ involvement. Common forms of mucormycosis includes rhinocerebral, cutaneous, gastrointestinal, pulmonary,… read more here.
Keywords: mucormycosis immunocompetent; lavage; mucormycosis; immunocompetent hosts ... See more keywords