Title of article :
Case Report: Cutaneous Mucormycosis after Trauma
Author/Authors :
AL-SOHAIMI, AZIZ A.A. King Fahad Hospital - Department of Dermatology, Saudi Arabia , AL-GHAMDI, HASAN S. Baljorashi Hospital - Department of Dermatology, Saudi Arabia , ARIF, SADIQ A. Aseer Central Hospital - Department of Dermatology, Saudi Arabia
Abstract :
Background: Cutaneous mucormycosis is a rare, but frequently fatal fungal infection. Case Report: We report a case of cutaneous mucormycosis following a road traffic accident. Conclusions: A high level of clinical suspicion with appropriate tissue biopsy, prompt managementand close follow-up are essential to reachrecovery for mucormycosis. Recommendations: To raise the awareness of Physicians toward this frequently fatal fungal infection in order to manage it properly and reach a good outcome.
Keywords :
Mucormycosis , Antifungal drugs , Amphotericin B , Road traffic accident , Immunocompetent , Sepsis , Debridement
Journal title :
The Medical Journal of Cairo University
Journal title :
The Medical Journal of Cairo University
