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Perforated granulomatous colitis caused by Histoplasma capsulatum
Diseases of the Colon and Rectum
|March 1, 1985
Summary
A rare case of colon perforation caused by Histoplasma capsulatum infection is reported. This finding highlights the importance of considering fungal infections in gastrointestinal emergencies.
Area of Science:
- Mycology
- Gastroenterology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Gastrointestinal histoplasmosis can manifest in various ways, but intestinal perforation is exceptionally rare.
- Disseminated Histoplasma capsulatum infections typically involve multiple organs, with gastrointestinal involvement being a known complication.