Mucormycosis Flashcards

1
Q

Etiology of mucormycosis

A

Mucoraceae
Rhizopus
Cunninghamell- most virulent

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2
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Presentation of mucor

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Endobronchial lesions
Hemoptysis
Spn
Aneurysm

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3
Q

Ct

A

Reverse halo

Cavity/consolidation/ nodules

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4
Q

Diagnosis

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Radio

Culture

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5
Q

Mx

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Surgery
Antifungal- liposomal 10mg/kg
Poso 200 qid
Lip amb+caspo
Iron chelator
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