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Acute invasive fungal rhinosinusitis: our experience with 19 patients

Ahmet Emre Süslü1, Oğuz Oğretmenoğlu, Nilda Süslü

  • 1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Bolu Izzet Baysal Faculty of Medicine, Abant Izzet Baysal University, Gölköy/Bolu, Turkey. aesuslu@yahoo.com

European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology : Official Journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : Affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
|May 13, 2008
PubMed

Insights

Acute invasive fungal rhinosinusitis (AIFR) is a serious infection in immunocompromised individuals. Prompt diagnosis and treatment, including surgery and antifungals, are crucial for patient recovery and survival.

Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Mycology

Background:

  • Acute invasive fungal rhinosinusitis (AIFR) is a life-threatening condition predominantly affecting immunocompromised patients.
  • Fungal infections of the sinuses require prompt recognition and management to prevent severe morbidity and mortality.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the clinical experience with acute invasive fungal rhinosinusitis.
  • To present demographic data, clinical presentations, associated conditions, and outcomes of AIFR patients.
  • To discuss findings in the context of existing literature on AIFR.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 19 patients with histopathological diagnosis of invasive fungal rhinosinusitis.
  • Analysis of patient demographics, presenting symptoms, underlying diseases, and treatment outcomes.

Main Results:

  • The study analyzed data from 19 patients diagnosed with AIFR.
  • Key demographic, clinical, and etiological factors were identified.
  • Patient outcomes following treatment were documented.

Conclusions:

  • Early diagnosis and multidisciplinary management, including surgical intervention and antifungal therapy, are critical for improving outcomes in AIFR.
  • Understanding predisposing factors is essential for effective prevention and treatment strategies.
  • Further research can refine management protocols for this severe fungal infection.

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