Aspergillosis in a 24-week newborn: A case report

Mark D. Herron, Sheryll L. Vanderhooft, Carrie Byington, Jerald D. King

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Abstract

Aspergillosis is an uncommon neonatal infection, diagnosed with an increasing frequency over the last two decades. We report a premature neonate who developed aspergillosis while receiving amphotericin B and fluconazole for candidiasis. Despite early recognition and diagnosis, the infant died. We review the clinical appearance of Aspergillus species, the distinctions between primary cutaneous aspergillosis and invasive aspergillosis, and advances in diagnosis and treatment.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)256-259
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of Perinatology
Volume23
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 2003

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

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