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[Intrauterine candidiasis of the brain]
Abstract:
Clinical data and morphological pictures of two cases of intrauterine affection of the brain with fungi of the genus Candida are presented. Tissue reactions in the brain were of productive inflammation nature and were accompanied by calcium deposition, focal hemorrhages, and the development of pseudoporencephalia. Changes in resistance of the baby occurred as indicated by hyperplasia of the lymphoid apparatus and the occurrence of nonspecific inflammation in other organs. When calcifications are found in the brains of newborn babies, it is recommended that proper examinations be done to exclude intrauterine mycosis.
Insights
Intrauterine Candida infection can cause brain damage in newborns, leading to inflammation and calcifications. Early detection through brain calcification screening is crucial for timely diagnosis and intervention.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Mycology
- Neonatology
Background:
- Intrauterine infections pose significant risks to fetal development.
- Candida species are opportunistic fungi that can cause severe infections.