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Subcutaneous phycomycosis from Pondicherry, South India
Sabouraudia
|July 1, 1976
Summary
This study reports four cases of subcutaneous phycomycosis in South India, identifying Basidiobolus meristosorus as the causative agent. The research details the fungus
Area of Science:
- Mycology
- Medical Mycology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Subcutaneous phycomycosis is a rare fungal infection.
- Basidiobolus meristosorus is a known etiological agent.
Observation:
- Four cases of subcutaneous phycomycosis were diagnosed.
- The causative fungus, Basidiobolus meristosorus, was isolated from affected tissues in all cases.
- Growth characteristics and morphological features of the fungus were documented.
Findings:
- Successful isolation of Basidiobolus meristosorus confirms its role in these subcutaneous phycomycosis cases.
- This marks the first report of isolating the causative fungus from cases in Pondicherry, South India.
Implications:
- Establishes a microbiological basis for subcutaneous phycomycosis in the Pondicherry region.
- Highlights the importance of fungal culture for accurate diagnosis and etiological identification.
- Contributes to the understanding of Basidiobolus meristosorus epidemiology in South India.