Fatal Peripheral Candidal Suppurative Thrombophlebitis in a Postoperative Patient
Journal of Korean Medical Science
;
: 1094-1096, 2008.
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ABSTRACT
We report a case of fatal fungal peripheral suppurative thrombophlebitis, caused by Candida albicans, which was disseminated to the blood, lungs, eyes, and spine. Clinical suspicion and aggressive management are important in managing fungal peripheral suppurative thrombophlebitis. Early clinical suspicion is important in managing fungal peripheral suppurative thrombophlebitis, and radical excision of the affected veins, recognition of metastatic foci, and use of systemic antifungal agents are essential to avoid septic shock and death.
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Asunto principal:
Complicaciones Posoperatorias
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Neoplasias del Recto
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Tromboflebitis
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Candida albicans
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Candidiasis
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Imagen por Resonancia Magnética
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Ecocardiografía
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Anfotericina B
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Resultado Fatal
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Antibacterianos
Límite:
Humanos
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Masculino
Idioma:
Inglés
Revista:
Journal of Korean Medical Science
Año:
2008
Tipo del documento:
Artículo
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