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Brazilian task force for the management of mucormycosis

Mucormycosis is a serious fungal infection that has become more common in Brazil, especially during COVID-19. This medical emergency requires rapid diagnosis through imaging and tissue sampling, combined with aggressive treatment including antifungal medications and surgery to remove infected tissue. The Brazilian government has made these powerful antifungal drugs more available to improve patient survival and reduce the severe complications of this dangerous infection.

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Approaches to Invasive Fungal Diseases in Paediatric Cancer Centres: An Analysis of Current Practices and Challenges in Germany, Austria and Switzerland

This study examined how 62 children’s cancer hospitals in Germany, Austria and Switzerland manage fungal infections in young cancer patients. Researchers found that hospitals use different methods to prevent and treat these serious infections, with some having special fungal infection experts and others not. The study revealed that larger hospitals tend to have better resources and expertise, while smaller hospitals face challenges like drug interactions and delays in getting test results.

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Brazilian task force for the management of mucormycosis

Mucormycosis is a rare but deadly fungal infection that has been increasingly reported in Brazil, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. This Brazilian medical task force developed practical guidelines for diagnosing and treating this serious infection, which primarily affects people with uncontrolled diabetes or weakened immune systems. The key to survival is early diagnosis combined with aggressive surgery and specific antifungal medications, along with controlling blood sugar and immune system suppression.

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