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A case report of Aspergillus flavus induced brain abscess in a pediatric patient

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Cerebral aspergillosis in the pediatric population is associated with high morbidity and mortality. This is a case report of an 11 year old male child presenting with irritability, sleep disturbances and failure to thrive. Radiological investigations, histopathological and microbiological studies have confirmed the etiology to be Aspergillus flavus. Surgical intervention and antifungal therapy resulted in resolution of the lesion.

Source: International Journal of Research in Medical Science

DOI: 10.33545/26648733.2025.v7.i1b.99

Authors: M Krishnaveni, Ipsita Paul

Institutions: Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences

Language: English

Topic: Antifungal resistance and susceptibility

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4409376908