Extensive maxillary sequestration resulting from mucormycosis
Journal
British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Journal Volume
43
Journal Issue
6
Pages
532-534
Date Issued
2005
Author(s)
Abstract
Mucormycosis is an invasive and potentially lethal infection caused primarily by fungi of the order mucorales. An ulcer or extraction in the mouth can be the port of fungal invasion, particularly when the patient is immunocompromised. Early recognition and aggressive treatment have reduced the mortality and morbidity. We present a case of oral mucormycosis with extensive maxillary osteonecrosis that is of interest because the patient ignored the initial warning signs and was rescued from the fulminating stage by thorough debridement and medical treatment. ? 2005 The British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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Other Subjects
amphotericin B; antibiotic agent; adult; article; bacterial pneumonia; bone necrosis; case report; clinical feature; computer assisted tomography; debridement; histopathology; human; human tissue; image analysis; laboratory test; male; maxilla; maxilla resection; mouth infection; mouth ulcer; mucormycosis; oral biopsy; physical examination; septic shock; skull radiography; Staphylococcus aureus; symptomatology; Follow-Up Studies; Humans; Male; Maxillary Diseases; Middle Aged; Mucormycosis; Oral Ulcer; Osteonecrosis; Paranasal Sinus Diseases
Type
journal article