Disseminated candidosis in premature twins

Mycoses. 1998 Nov;41(9-10):417-9. doi: 10.1111/j.1439-0507.1998.tb00363.x.

Abstract

A unique case of disseminated candidosis in premature twins is presented where twin A developed disease soon after birth and died prior to the administration of antifungal therapy. On the other hand, twin B developed infection on the 26th day of birth but survived, though with sequelae (hydrocephalus), since he was promptly and accurately diagnosed and treated.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Candida albicans / isolation & purification
  • Candidiasis / diagnosis*
  • Candidiasis / drug therapy
  • Diseases in Twins / diagnosis*
  • Fatal Outcome
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Infant, Premature
  • Infant, Premature, Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Infant, Premature, Diseases / drug therapy
  • Male
  • Twins