International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)

International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)
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ISSN: 2319-7064

Fronto-Orbito-Maxillary and Cutaneous Mucormicosis: A Case Study

Jose D'Addino, Cristina Grosso, Ana Padula

Medical SurgicalVolume 9 Issue 5, May 2020ArgentinaYouTube Views: 376

About this Research e-Presentation

Mucormycosis is a rare infection caused by fungi of the opportunistic type. It is severe, of an acute and fast course, with a high mortality rate. We present the case of a patient who was admitted for mucormycosis of the frontal, ethmoidal, and superior maxillary sinuses superior and the orbit. The patient was unaware of suffering from diabetes mellitus, a comorbidity diagnosed in the context of mycosis. The port of entry was a leg injury caused by being rural worker. We present surgical therapeutics and established medical treatment.
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