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FOMITE-TRANSMITTED COCCIDIOIDOMYCOSIS IN AN IMMUNOCOMPROMISED CHILD

2007/04/23 by David Stagliano, David R. Stagliano, Judith Epstein +3
Medicine · #Actinomycetales infections and treatment #Antifungal resistance and susceptibility #Fungal Infections and Studies

paper · doi:10.1097/01.inf.0000259231.95285.bc

openalex publication_date 2007/04/23 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/28

Abstract

An unusual, nonendemic case of fomite-transmitted, disseminated coccidioidomycosis in a neutropenic 3-year-old boy is presented. Accurate diagnosis of coccidioidomycosis hinges on recognition of host risk factors, clinical signs and symptoms, and effective implementation of diagnostic studies. Timely diagnosis and treatment is critical for improved morbidity and mortality in the pediatric oncology population.

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