Cervical Spondylodiscitis Caused by Candida Albicans in Non-Immunocompromised Patient
Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
;
: 45-47, 2008.
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in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-30126
ABSTRACT
Fungal infections of the spine are relatively uncommon. Moreover, cervical spondylodiscitis due to Candida albicans in non-immunocompromised patient is very rare. We report a case of Candida spondylodiscitis in a 64-year-old woman who complained of neck pain. The clinical feature and treatment option are presented with a review of pertinent literatures.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Spine
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Candida
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Candida albicans
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Discitis
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Neck Pain
Limits:
Female
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Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
Year:
2008
Type:
Article
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