Autoimplantation Therapy in Extensive and Recalcitrant Dermatophytosis: A Case Series

Dermatophytosis is one of the most common diseases worldwide and is difficult to treat due to its recalcitrant nature. Conventional treatment modalities are associated with frequent relapses due to the absence of a host immune interaction. Here, we present a case series of three patients with difficult-to-treat and recalcitrant dermatophytosis who were treated with homologous autoimplantation. Complete clearance of dermatophytosis was observed after three months in two of the patients and after two and a half months in one patient without the use of any antifungals. No relapses were observed within six months of follow-up. The outcomes of the three patients presented in this case series support homologous autoimplantation as a safe and effective procedure for the treatment of recalcitrant dermatophytosis. The procedure requires only a single visit that can be performed either alone or in combination with other modalities.