Cryptococcal osteomyelitis of the humeral head initially diagnosed as avascular necrosis | Health & Environmental Research Online (HERO)

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HERO ID

475048

Reference Type

Journal Article

Title

Cryptococcal osteomyelitis of the humeral head initially diagnosed as avascular necrosis

Author(s)

Goldshteyn, N; Zanchi, A; Cooke, K; Agha, R

Year

2006

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Journal

Southern Medical Journal
ISSN: 0038-4348
EISSN: 1541-8243

Volume

Issue

Page Numbers

1140-1141

Language

English

Abstract

Cryptococcal skeletal infections can lead to significant morbidity and mortality and should be considered in the differential diagnosis of lytic osseous lesions. Clinical and radiological similarities to various disorders may lead to delay in initiation of antifungal treatment. This report describes a case of cryptococcal osteomyelitis of humeral bone in a 19-year-old female, emphasizing the clinical presentation, diagnostic approach and treatment options.

Keywords

cryptococcosis; Cryptococcus; osteomyelitis