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ArticleCurrent drug safety2024

Amphotericin-B-Induced Chronic Kidney Disease in a Post-COVID-19 Patient with Widespread Rhinocerebral Mucormycosis and Pneumonia: A Case Report.

Nishant Johri, Ambika Choudhary, Ujjawal Rawat, Maheshwari Vengat

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Nishant JohriDepartment of Pharmacy Practice, Teerthanker Mahaveer College of Pharmacy, Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, India.ORCID 0000-0002-9212-6043
Ambika ChoudharyDepartment of Pharmacy Practice, Teerthanker Mahaveer College of Pharmacy, Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Ujjawal RawatDepartment of Pharmacy Practice, Teerthanker Mahaveer College of Pharmacy, Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Maheshwari VengatDepartment of Oncology, Chester Medical School, Chester, United Kingdom.
Teerthanker Mahaveer University · IN

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Abstract

backgroundThe COVID-19 pandemic has posed a unique challenge to the medical community due to potential co-infections with bacteria and fungi. We report a case of Rhino cerebral mucormycosis infection in a 67-year-old patient after recovery from COVID-19.

objectiveTo report a case of Rhino cerebral mucormycosis in a 67-year-old patient with preexisting health conditions after recovering from COVID-19 and to highlight the importance of early detection and treatment of co-infections in patients with pre-existing health conditions. CASE PRESENTATION: The patient had pre-existing health conditions, including uncontrolled diabetes, hypertension, and Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which made him more vulnerable to complications after COVID-19. He was admitted to the hospital after experiencing a dark discharge from his left eye, later confirmed to be due to mucormycosis. Histopathological examination revealed invasive mucormycosis, highlighting the importance of early detection and treatment. However, the patient experienced Acute kidney injury (AKI) after only 5 days of treatment with conventional amphotericin B, underscoring the need for careful monitoring and adjustment of treatment regimens. DISCUSSION: The case underscores the need for early detection and treatment of co-infections in vulnerable patients. The patient's pre-existing conditions and immunocompromised state made him more susceptible to the infection. The case also highlights the importance of careful monitoring and adjustment of treatment regimens to minimize the risk of adverse effects.

conclusionWhile COVID-19 has presented challenges and uncertainties, it has also provided valuable insights into the interactions between infectious agents and the human body. Continued research and vigilance are necessary to mitigate the impact of co-infections and improve outcomes for patients.

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Amphotericin BAntifungal AgentsCOVID-19MucormycosisRenal Insufficiency, ChronicAcute Kidney InjuryAgedCoinfectionHumansMaleSARS-CoV-2Amphotericin BAntifungal Agentsamphotericin Bchronic kidney diseasechronic obstructive pulmonary diseaseCOVID-19.Mucormycosispneumonia

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