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1Internal Medicine, Creighton University Medical Center, Omaha, USA.
Cureus
|December 3, 2019
Abstract:
We present a case report of disseminated fusariosis in a profoundly immunocompromised person. Early detection is key in this frequently-fatal infection; this case report emphasizes the findings with this infection and the need for chemoprophylaxis in appropriate patients.
Insights
Disseminated fusariosis is a dangerous infection in immunocompromised individuals. Early detection and chemoprophylaxis are crucial for managing this potentially fatal condition.
Area of Science:
- Mycology
- Infectious Diseases
- Immunocompromised Hosts
Background:
- Disseminated fusariosis is a rare but severe fungal infection.
- It primarily affects individuals with profound immune deficiencies.
- Prompt diagnosis and treatment are critical for patient survival.
