Rhino-orbital-cerebral mucormycosis in acute myeloid leukemia patients: a case series from Sri Lanka.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Mucormycosis, is a rare yet potentially life-threatening fungal infection common in immunocompromised patients. Despite optimal care, mucormycosis in haemato-oncological patients often results in poor outcomes. This case series details the presentations and unique challenges faced during the management of patients with acute myeloid leukemia who developed rhino-cerebral mucormycosis.

Case presentation

We present three cases of rhino-cerebral mucormycosis in patients with acute myeloid leukemia: two females aged 35 and 29, and one male aged 42. Symptoms manifested during chemotherapy induction, with all patients experiencing symptoms suggestive of rhino, orbital, or cerebral infection in a background of severe neutropenia (ANC < 0.5). Nasal endoscopy revealed necro

SUBMITTER: Siriwardena P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11670406 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature