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Invasive Mucormycosis - An Enigma

Anil Prasad1, Minakshi Mishra1, Kaushik Saha1

  • 1Pathology, Tata Main Hospital, Jamshedpur, IND.

Cureus
|January 20, 2022
PubMed

Insights

Mucormycosis, a serious fungal infection, is emerging in the post-COVID-19 period, particularly in individuals with uncontrolled diabetes. Early diagnosis and treatment of invasive rhino-orbital-cerebral mucormycosis are crucial for patient survival.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Ophthalmology
  • Neurosurgery

Background:

  • Mucormycosis is a severe fungal infection with high mortality rates.
  • The incidence of mucormycosis is increasing in the post-COVID-19 era.
  • Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus is a significant risk factor.

Observation:

  • A 65-year-old female presented with left nasal and orbital swelling following COVID-19 infection.
  • The patient had a history of uncontrolled diabetes mellitus.
  • Clinical presentation suggested invasive rhino-orbital-cerebral mucormycosis.

Findings:

  • Histopathological and microbiological examinations confirmed mucormycosis.
  • The patient underwent endoscopic debridement and left orbital exenteration.
  • The patient's current clinical condition is stable.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the critical link between COVID-19, diabetes, and mucormycosis.
  • Prompt diagnosis and aggressive management are essential for improving outcomes.
  • Increased vigilance for mucormycosis in immunocompromised patients post-COVID-19 is warranted.
Keywords:
diabetesimmunocompromisedinvasivenon-septatespores

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