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COVID19 associated mucormycosis: A review
Priyadharsini R Palanisamy1, Dhivya Elango1
1Department of Pharmacology, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Karaikal, Puducherry, India.
Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care
|April 1, 2022
Summary
Mucormycosis, a fungal infection, has become an epidemic in India during the COVID-19 pandemic. This review identifies key risk factors, investigations, and management strategies for this serious condition.
Area of Science:
- Mycology
- Infectious Diseases
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Mucormycosis, a rare fungal infection, has surged as an epidemic in India, coinciding with the COVID-19 pandemic.
- This opportunistic fungal infection is caused by mucormycetes molds and primarily affects immunocompromised individuals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss and identify the most common risk factors associated with mucormycosis.
- To review the investigations and management strategies for mucormycosis.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on COVID-19-associated mucormycosis.
- Analysis of proposed etiological factors and risk profiles.
Main Results:
- Identified risk factors include diabetes, steroid use, immunosuppression, and potentially COVID-19 treatments like steroids and monoclonal antibodies.
- Improper disinfection of medical equipment, such as humidifiers, is also considered a potential contributing factor.
Conclusions:
- The review highlights the multifactorial nature of mucormycosis emergence during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Understanding risk factors and implementing appropriate investigations and management are crucial for combating this fungal epidemic.
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