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Invasive sinusitis with intracranial extension caused by Curvularia lunata

Y Ismail1, R H Johnson, M V Wells

  • 1Department of Medicine, Kern Medical Center, UCLA School of Medicine, Bakersfield.

Archives of Internal Medicine
|July 12, 1993
PubMed
Summary

This case report details a severe pansinusitis caused by Curvularia lunata, a fungus typically causing localized infections. Extensive treatment involving surgery and antifungals was necessary for this invasive fungal sinusitis.

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Area of Science:

  • Mycology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Otolaryngology

Background:

  • Curvularia lunata is commonly associated with localized sinus infections in immunocompetent individuals.
  • Invasive fungal sinusitis can lead to severe complications, including bone destruction and intracranial extension.
  • This study highlights a rare, aggressive presentation of Curvularia lunata infection.

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