Severe Saprochaete capitata fungemia presenting as micafungin breakthrough hepatosplenic lesions in an immunocompromised patient: case report
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Paper Summary
This case report describes a 70-year-old immunocompromised patient who developed a severe, disseminated Saprochaete capitata infection after initial micafungin prophylaxis failed. The infection led to hepatosplenic lesions and required a combination of antifungal therapies for successful treatment.
Explain Like I'm Five
A patient with a weakened immune system got a rare fungal infection in their blood and organs, likely from the environment, that required strong antifungal medication.
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Rating Explanation
This well-written case report details a rare and serious fungal infection. While limited in generalizability due to its nature as a single case study, it provides valuable insights for clinicians and researchers in managing this emerging pathogen. The authors acknowledge the limitations associated with the lack of standardized antifungal susceptibility testing.
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