Allergic fungal sinusitis caused by Schizophyllum commune

A case of allergic fungal sinusitis (AFS) due to Schizophyllum commune was reported. The pathogen was identified using molecular bioanalysis. The patient underwent the functional endoscopic sinus surgery followed by the radical maxillary sinusotomy with canine fossa trephine. This case suggested tha...

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Published in:World Journal of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery 2017-03, Vol.3 (1), p.59-63
Main Authors: Liu, Xiang, Zou, Hua, Chen, Qiu‐Jian, Lu, Chang‐Ming
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Molecular typing
Short Communication
Sinonasal infection
Surgery
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Summary:A case of allergic fungal sinusitis (AFS) due to Schizophyllum commune was reported. The pathogen was identified using molecular bioanalysis. The patient underwent the functional endoscopic sinus surgery followed by the radical maxillary sinusotomy with canine fossa trephine. This case suggested that complete surgery allowed optimal disease clearance for AFS caused by Schizophyllum commune.
ISSN:2095-8811
2589-1081
DOI:10.1016/j.wjorl.2017.02.009