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Orbital mucormycosis with survival.

M O'Keefe, W M Haining, J D Young

    The British Journal of Ophthalmology
    |August 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Orbital mucormycosis, a fungal infection, was successfully treated in a diabetic patient using orbital exenteration and antifungal medications. Long-term follow-up confirmed no recurrence of this serious orbital disease.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Mycology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Orbital mucormycosis is a rare but aggressive fungal infection affecting the eye socket.
    • Early diagnosis and prompt, aggressive treatment are crucial for patient outcomes.

    Observation:

    • A case of orbital mucormycosis in a healthy patient with maturity onset diabetes is presented.
    • The patient underwent surgical orbital exenteration and received systemic amphotericin B and oral ketoconazole.

    Findings:

    • The treatment regimen resulted in complete resolution of the orbital infection.
    • A comprehensive six-year follow-up revealed no signs of disease recurrence, indicating a favorable long-term prognosis.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights the effectiveness of a multi-modal treatment approach for orbital mucormycosis, even in immunocompromised patients.
    • Aggressive surgical and antifungal therapy can lead to successful outcomes and prevent long-term complications.

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