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Rhinocerebral mucormycosis.

C J Kilpatrick, A G Speer, B M Tress

    The Medical Journal of Australia
    |April 2, 1983
    PubMed
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    Rhinocerebral mucormycosis is a rapidly fatal fungal infection. This report highlights two diabetic patients who developed this severe condition, presenting with orbital apex syndrome.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Mycology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Rhino-cerebral mucormycosis is a rare but aggressive fungal infection.
    • It primarily affects immunocompromised individuals, including those with diabetes mellitus.

    Observation:

    • Two cases of rhino-cerebral mucormycosis are presented.
    • Both patients exhibited a rapidly progressing orbital apex syndrome.

    Findings:

    • The cases underscore the fulminating nature of this fungal disease.
    • Diabetes mellitus was a significant comorbidity in both patients.

    Implications:

    • Early recognition and diagnosis of rhino-cerebral mucormycosis are critical for patient outcomes.
    • Increased awareness among clinicians is necessary to manage this life-threatening infection effectively.