ENDEMIC OF RHINOSPORIDIOSIS: A CLINICOPATHOLOGICAL PROFILE OF 38 CASES IN A SMALL VILLAGE
Journal Title: Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences - Year 2015, Vol 4, Issue 22
Abstract
Rhinosporidiosis is endemic in various parts of India and Srilanka. We report a total of 38 cases in a single locality from Pavagada situated in northeastern part of Karnataka in South India. All patients presented with nasal mass and nasal obstruction. The whole cluster of cases were treated by excision and electrocautery of base of lesion. We are hereby reporting this case series for its endemic nature and to highlight the importance of creating health awareness among general public about the disease. The endemic nature of rhinosporidiosis was not documented anytime previously in this part of the country.
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Narayanaswamy G. N, Rajendraprasad H. M
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