Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: The genus Alternaria comprises several species of dematiaceous hyphomycetes known to cause opportunistic infections in humans. Over the past two decades, fungal infections have emerged as a significant cause of morbidity and mortality, particularly among immunocompromised individuals. Such infections often occur following disruption of the skin or corneal epithelial barrier, especially in patients with pre-existing ocular conditions or compromised immune status. This case report describes a rare instance of fungal keratitis (FK) caused by Alternaria citri in a 71-year-old male who presented with an acute onset of eye infection. The patient showed a favorable response to treatment with voriconazole.
Source: Journal of Fungi
DOI: 10.3390/jof11110805
Authors: Maura Bertazzolo, Giorgia Boaretto, Elena Zani, Massimo Busin, Deborah Cruciani, Silvia Crotti, Chiara Poletti, Roberta Vatri, Alessandra Caracciolo, Cristina Lapucci
Language: English
Subfield: Ophthalmology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $3,137
OpenAlex ID: W4416224586