Emerging mucormycosis posing threat to community: Anesthetist's perspective in a tertiary care center

Area of Science:

• Medical Mycology
• Infectious Diseases
• Anesthesiology

Background:

• Mucormycosis incidence has risen, posing significant challenges.
• The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated mucormycosis cases.
• Anesthesiologists face increased burdens managing these patients.

Purpose of the Study:

• To elucidate the etiopathogenesis of mucormycosis.
• To describe the clinical presentation of mucormycosis.
• To outline anesthesia management strategies for mucormycosis patients.

Main Methods:

• Review of existing literature on mucormycosis.
• Analysis of clinical case data (if applicable).
• Synthesis of current understanding of disease mechanisms and patient care.

Main Results:

• Detailed explanation of mucormycosis development and progression.
• Comprehensive overview of typical and atypical clinical signs.
• Guidelines for safe and effective anesthetic procedures.

Conclusions:

• Understanding mucormycosis is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment.
• Effective anesthesia management is vital for patient outcomes.
• Multidisciplinary approaches are essential for combating mucormycosis.