Diagnosis and Treatment of Mucormycosis in 2014

Authors

  • B. Rammaert CNRS URA 3012, institut Pasteur
  • O. Lortholary Université Paris-Descartes

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1007/s13546-014-0864-2

Keywords:

Muscle strength, Muscle weakness, Assessment tools, Intensive care

Abstract

Mucormycosis is an emerging invasive fungal disease which occurs in immunocompromised patients and patients suffering from diabetes or trauma. Being difficult to diagnose and treat, these infections are rapidly lifethreatening. Surgery, liposomal amphotericin B, and reversal of risk factors are the cornerstones of mucormycosis treatments. This literature review focuses on diagnosis and treatment of mucormycosis based on its pathophysiology.

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Published

2014-03-20

How to Cite

Rammaert, B., & Lortholary, O. (2014). Diagnosis and Treatment of Mucormycosis in 2014. Médecine Intensive Réanimation, 23(3), 309–316. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13546-014-0864-2

Issue

Vol. 23 No. 3 (2014): Mai 2014

Section

Update