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Aspergillus Infection of a Postoperative Thoracic Cavity

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: ABSTRACT A 72‐year‐old man developed Aspergillus infection within a postoperative thoracic cavity after lobectomy. Imaging showed cavity wall thickening with bronchopleural communication. Fenestration revealed characteristic purulent pleural debris and fungal masses. This case highlights Aspergillus pleurisy as a postoperative complication.

Source: Respirology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/rcr2.70614

Authors: Mio Sugino, Yusaku Kusaba, Masaaki Nagano, Shinyu Izumi

Institution: National Center for Global Health and Medicine

Language: English

Topic: Antifungal resistance and susceptibility

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,130