Abstract
A preterm infant, with posterior urethral valves had a mycetoma of the renal pelvis caused by Fusarium species. Prolonged treatment with amphotericin B alone or with flucytosine failed. Combined surgical drainage and medical therapy resulted in full resolution.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1182-1183 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal |
Volume | 20 |
Issue number | 12 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2001 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Fusarium
- Neonate
- Posterior urethral valves
- Preterm infant
- Renal mycetoma