Research Keyword: chemotherapy-induced neutropenia

Endogenous Endophthalmitis: An underestimated serious complication in patients with disseminated fusariosis

An 18-year-old boy with acute leukemia developed a serious fungal infection caused by Fusarium mold that spread throughout his body, including to both eyes. Despite receiving intensive antifungal medications injected directly into his eyes along with systemic treatment, he lost his vision. However, through aggressive combined therapy, doctors were able to save both eyes and continue his cancer treatment successfully.

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Geotrichosis Due to Magnusiomyces capitatus: A Severe Emerging Invasive Fungal Disease

A 71-year-old cancer patient receiving chemotherapy developed a severe blood infection caused by a rare fungus called Magnusiomyces capitatus. This emerging fungal infection caused septic shock and multiple organ failure despite treatment with antifungal medications. The case highlights how these rare fungi can be deadly in patients with weakened immune systems and emphasizes the importance of quick, accurate identification using advanced laboratory techniques to guide treatment decisions.

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