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02-01-2021 | Sinus Surgery | Clinical Report

Entomophthoromycosis Presenting as a Nasal Mass

Authors: Roopak Visakan Raja, Swati Nair, Ramesh Katchabeswaran, C. Venkatakarthikeyan

Published in: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery | Special Issue 2/2022

Abstract

Entomophthoromycosis is a rare, invasive fungal infection common in tropics. Potential sources of infection could be contaminated soil, leaf litter, insects and water. High index of suspicion is needed as entomophthoromycosis mimics the common sinonasal disease in its nascent stage. Concurrent medical and surgical management is the most effective treatment.

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Title: Entomophthoromycosis Presenting as a Nasal Mass
Authors: Roopak Visakan Raja
Swati Nair
Ramesh Katchabeswaran
C. Venkatakarthikeyan
Publication date: 02-01-2021
Publisher: Springer India
Keywords: Sinus Surgery
Zygomycosis
Published in: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery / Issue Special Issue 2/2022
Print ISSN: 2231-3796
Electronic ISSN: 0973-7707
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12070-020-02211-2

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