Renal Mucormycosis with Disseminated Lytic Bony Lesions.

Authors :: Subramani V
Sethi J
Venkatasubramanian V
Shenoy P
Kundal C
Kumar R
Kakkar N
Source :: Indian journal of nephrology [Indian J Nephrol] 2024 May-Jun; Vol. 34 (3), pp. 270-271. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Jan 18.
Publication Year :: 2024
Abstract: Renal Mucormycosis is a lethal opportunistic infection with extensive tissue invasion leading to infarction. We report a diabetic lady with disseminated fungal pyelonephritis presenting with extensive lytic bony lesions mimicking malignancy. Prompt initiation of antifungal therapy and surgical debridement is the key to successful management. A clinician should have a high index of suspicion for Mucormycosis in a patient with non-resolving pyelonephritis and prolonged fever.<br />Competing Interests: There are no conflicts of interest.<br /> (© 2024 Indian Journal of Nephrology | Published by Scientific Scholar.)