Death on Generalized Mucormycosis – Case Report
Authors:
P. Smetana 1; M. Šulc 2
Authors‘ workplace:
Anestaziologicko-resuscitační odd. NsP Chomutov, primář MUDr. P. Smetana 2 Patologické odd. NsP Chomutov, primář MUDr. M. Šulc
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Published in:
Anest. intenziv. Med., , 2002, č. 5, s. 235-236
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Overview
A 56-years-old man with diabetes and polytrauma died under the picture of septic shock. At necropsy, generalised mucormycosis has been diagnosed.Early recognition is necessary for successfull treatment. Biopsy of necropsy skin is a key to this in our country unusual diagnosis.
Key words:
diabetes – polytrauma – mucormycosis necropsy of skin
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