Rhino Orbito Cerebral Mucormycosis: A Fatal Acute Invasive Fungal Infection in Uncontrolled Diabetes
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- 作者：Nisha Bincent Jacob ; DNP ; FNP-BC ; CDEAuthor Vitae ; Susan Chaney ; EdD ; FNP-BC ; FAANPAuthor Vitae
- 关键词：acute invasive fungal sinusitis ; diabetes mellitus ; mucormycosis ; rhino orbito cerebral mucormycosis ; zygomycosis
- 刊名：The Journal for Nurse Practitioners
- 出版年：2016
- 出版时间：November-December 2016
- 年：2016
- 卷：12
- 期：10
- 页码：667-674
- 全文大小：919 K
- 卷排序：12
文摘
Mucormycosis is a rare, fatal, invasive fungal sinusitis. Uncontrolled diabetes one of the most common predisposing factors for mucormycosis. Early diagnosis and treatment is the key to successful patient outcome. Correcting underlying conditions, surgical debridement, and antifungal therapy are mainstays of treatment. A multidisciplinary team approach is essential for successful management.