Entomophthoramycosis: A diagnostically challenging presentation of liver space–occupying lesion. (November 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Peyam, Srinivasan; Thirunavukkarasu, Balamurugan; Gupta, Kirti; Trehan, Amita
• Is Part Of: SAGE open medical case reports. Volume 8(2020)
• Publication Date: 2020-11
• Subjects: Liver mass -- entomophthoramycosis -- eosinophilia -- Splendore–Hoeppli phenomenon -- itraconazole; Clinical medicine -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 616.09
• DOI: 10.1177/2050313X20971405
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2050-313X

Abstract

Entomophthoramycosis, a rare fungal infection, can mimic various clinical entities. We present a case of entomophthoramycosis affecting a 3-year-old male masquerading as liver tumour, diagnosed on stereotactic biopsy and later on resected specimen. He improved following partial hepatectomy and antifungal therapy. A high index of suspicion and heightened awareness regarding its unique morphological characteristics are required for appropriate management.