A case of successful treatment of mucor pyelonephritis in a child with acute lymphoblastic leukemia
Journal Title: Indian Journal of Case Reports - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 2
Abstract
Invasive fungal infection (IFI) is a known complication in children with malignancy. Mucormycosis is a rare cause of IFI in children receiving chemotherapy. Isolated renal involvement of mucormycosis is extremely rare and carries a grave prognosis. A high index of suspicion and early management with antifungals and surgery is essential in the treatment of mucormycosis. Here, we describe a child with mucor pyelonephritis treated successfully with antifungals and surgery with the review of literature.
Authors and Affiliations
Shashi Ranjani, Intezar Mehdi, Shivakumar Swamy, S Sudhakar, N Srivatsa
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