Invasive Cutaneous Facial Mucormycosis in a Trauma Patient

Publication date: Available online 16 February 2018
Source:Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Author(s): Jonathon S. Jundt, Mark E.K. Wong, Alexander M. Tatara, Nagi M. Demian
Mucormycosis, also known as zygomycosis, is an aggressive infection caused by a ubiquitous group of molds known as mucormycetes and is often associated with immune suppression or trauma among immunocompetent populations. We present the case of a 19-year-old woman who was involved in a motor vehicle accident in whom rapidly progressive invasive cutaneous facial mucormycosis subsequently developed. The diagnosis, treatment options, and incidence of this disease process are discussed in the context of trauma.



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