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Nosocomial post-traumatic cutaneous mucormycosis: a systematic review
Mohammad Simbli1, Fayaz Hakim, Mohammad Koudieh
1Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine, Main Hospital, King Fahd Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. dramin2004@rediffmail.com
Scandinavian Journal of Infectious Diseases
|June 28, 2008
Summary
This study details a fatal case of invasive fungal infection, mucormycosis, in a diabetic patient following trauma. A systematic review highlights risk factors and outcomes for this rare, rapidly fatal condition.
Area of Science:
- Mycology
- Infectious Diseases
- Dermatology
Background:
- Mucormycosis is a rare, life-threatening fungal infection.
- It primarily affects immunocompromised individuals.
- Cutaneous mucormycosis often results from direct fungal spore inoculation into damaged skin.
Observation:
- A case of fatal nosocomial post-traumatic cutaneous mucormycosis in a diabetic patient is presented.
- This highlights the risk of hospital-acquired infections in vulnerable populations.
- The infection occurred after skin trauma in a patient with diabetes.
Findings:
- A systematic review of reported cases was conducted.
- Demographic profiles, predisposing factors, treatments, and outcomes were analyzed.
- Key factors contributing to this severe infection were identified.
Implications:
- Understanding risk factors is crucial for preventing mucormycosis.
- Early diagnosis and treatment are vital for improving patient outcomes.
- This research informs clinical practice regarding opportunistic infections in immunocompromised patients.
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