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Pediatric gastrointestinal basidiobolomycosis.
Ahmed Al Jarie1, Ibrahim Al-Mohsen, Suliman Al Jumaah
1Department of Pediatrics, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh 11211, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal
|November 14, 2003
Summary
Gastrointestinal basidiobolomycosis is a rare fungal infection affecting children, often presenting with abdominal masses and eosinophilia. Early consideration in pediatric differentials is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Mycology
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Basidiobolomycosis is an uncommon fungal infection primarily affecting the skin.
- Gastrointestinal involvement is rare but can occur in pediatric cases.
- This study focuses on identifying key features of gastrointestinal basidiobolomycosis in children.
Observation:
- A retrospective review of six pediatric patients diagnosed with gastrointestinal basidiobolomycosis between March 2000 and March 2002.
- Four of the six pediatric patients originated from the same geographical region, suggesting potential environmental exposure.
- Patients presented with abdominal mass and eosinophilia.
Findings:
- Gastrointestinal basidiobolomycosis is an unusual fungal infection.
- Pediatric cases can present with abdominal mass and eosinophilia.
- Regional clustering suggests environmental factors may play a role in transmission.
Implications:
- Basidiobolomycosis should be included in the differential diagnosis for pediatric patients with abdominal masses and eosinophilia.
- Awareness of this rare condition can lead to earlier diagnosis and improved patient outcomes.
- Further research into environmental factors and transmission routes is warranted.