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Anupma Jyoti Kindo1, Sidharth Giri, Shalinee Rao

  • 1Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai, India.

The International Journal of Lower Extremity Wounds
|December 8, 2010
PubMed

Insights

Entomophthorales fungi can cause uncommon subcutaneous infections, often mistaken for bacterial abscesses. Early diagnosis is crucial to prevent misdiagnosis and ensure proper treatment for these localized lower extremity infections.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Mycology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Entomophthorales are a rare group of fungi.
  • These fungi can cause subcutaneous infections.
  • Infections may be misdiagnosed as bacterial abscesses.

Observation:

  • Two cases of localized subcutaneous abscesses in the lower extremity were reported.
  • The patients presented with abscesses in their lower extremities.

Findings:

  • The abscesses were caused by Entomophthorales fungi.
  • The infections presented as localized abscesses.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering fungal infections in cases of subcutaneous abscesses.
  • Emphasizes the need for accurate diagnostic methods to differentiate fungal from bacterial causes.
  • Suggests potential for improved patient outcomes with timely and correct diagnosis of Entomophthorales infections.

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