An unusual case of gastrointestinal mucormycosis in a patient with nephrotic syndrome

Indian J Nephrol. 2017 Mar-Apr;27(2):145-147. doi: 10.4103/0971-4065.196934.

Abstract

Immunosuppression predisposes to a variety of infections, some of which occur at unusual sites. Of all the forms of mucormycosis, involvement of the intestines is rare. High degree of suspicion along with the use of invasive procedures can facilitate the diagnosis of these infections. We report a rare case of gastrointestinal Mucor in a patient with nephrotic syndrome.

Keywords: Gastrointestinal Mucor; immunosuppression; nephrotic syndrome; unusual infection.

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  • Case Reports