ISSN:
1432-1076
Keywords:
Systemic candidiasis
;
Renal candidiasis
;
Fungal balls
;
Amphotericin B, 5-Fluocytosine
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract A low birth weight premature neonate with systemic candidiasis developed complete renal obstruction by fungus balls, diagnosed by ultrasonography. The neonate was treated with temporary urinary diversion, amphotericin B, 5-fluocytosine and survived. This case emphasizes the need for a high index of suspicion of renal obstruction by fungus balls in neonates with systemic candidiasis when renal function deteriorates. In such cases early urinary diversion can be life-saving.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00442485
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