[Cutaneous Alternaria infectoria infection after liver transplantation]

Ann Pathol. 1998 Jul;18(3):192-4.
[Article in French]

Abstract

We report a case of cutaneous alternariosis after liver transplantation. This rare phaeohyphomycosis is mainly observed in patients treated by corticosteroids. This case is remarkable for the species isolated: Alternaria infectoria. Clinical and histopathological features are studied and diagnostic problems are discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones / adverse effects*
  • Alternaria / isolation & purification*
  • Dermatomycoses / microbiology*
  • Humans
  • Liver Transplantation / adverse effects*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Opportunistic Infections / microbiology*

Substances

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones