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Gastric Mucormycosis Masquerading as Gastric Malignancy

Authors: K Suhaildeen, Urmila Majhi, Ramakrishnan Ayloor Seshadri, Kanchan Murhekar

Published in: Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology | Issue 3/2017

Abstract

Mucormycosis is an opportunistic fungal infection usually seen in immunocompromised patients. We report a case of gastric mucormycosis in an immune-competent lady that mimicked a gastric malignancy, presenting a diagnostic challenge. A high index of suspicion is required for the diagnosis and successful treatment of this potentially life-threatening condition.

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Title: Gastric Mucormycosis Masquerading as Gastric Malignancy
Authors: K Suhaildeen
Urmila Majhi
Ramakrishnan Ayloor Seshadri
Kanchan Murhekar
Publication date: 01-09-2017
Publisher: Springer India
Published in: Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology / Issue 3/2017
Print ISSN: 0975-7651
Electronic ISSN: 0976-6952
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13193-016-0554-9

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