Aspergillus niger Infection of an Orbital Exenteration Socket Can Be Treated with Oral Itraconazole

Aspergillus niger infection is a rare complication following orbital exenteration, especially in immunocompetent patients. If untreated, the infection may lead to significant morbidities. We report a patient with this rare infection, who has been treated successfully with oral itraconazole.

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Published in:Case reports in ophthalmological medicine 2012-01, Vol.2012 (2012), p.1-2
Main Authors: So, Wing Lung Alvin, Hardy, Thomas G.
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Language:English
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Summary:Aspergillus niger infection is a rare complication following orbital exenteration, especially in immunocompetent patients. If untreated, the infection may lead to significant morbidities. We report a patient with this rare infection, who has been treated successfully with oral itraconazole.
ISSN:2090-6722
2090-6730
DOI:10.1155/2012/763651