Nosocomial Aspergillus flavus wound infections following cardiac surgery

Infez Med. 2004 Dec;12(4):270-3.

Abstract

In this report we describe three cases of Aspergillus flavus sternal wound infection following cardiac surgery. All three cases occurred in a 3-month period coinciding with hospital renovation activities. The patients were successfully treated with combined surgical and medical therapy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aspergillosis / etiology*
  • Aspergillus flavus*
  • Coronary Artery Bypass*
  • Cross Infection / etiology*
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Surgical Wound Infection / etiology*