Imaging paracoccidioidomycosis: A pictorial review from head to toe

Eur J Radiol. 2018 Jun:103:147-162. doi: 10.1016/j.ejrad.2018.03.026. Epub 2018 Mar 31.

Abstract

Paracoccidioidomycosis is an infectious disease characterized primarily by pulmonary involvement and potential dissemination to other organs, mainly mucosa and skin; however, it can affect any organ in the body. Although difficult to diagnose purely based on imaging, imaging is important for diagnosis, follow-up, and assessment of disease-related complications. We provide a comprehensive review of the most notable imaging findings of paracoccidioidomycosis.

Keywords: Computed tomography; Magnetic resonance imaging; Paracoccidioidomycosis; Systemic mycosis.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Glands / diagnostic imaging*
  • Adrenal Glands / microbiology
  • Central Nervous System / diagnostic imaging*
  • Central Nervous System / microbiology
  • Digestive System / diagnostic imaging*
  • Digestive System / microbiology
  • Humans
  • Lymphatic System / diagnostic imaging*
  • Lymphatic System / microbiology
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods
  • Male
  • Musculoskeletal System / diagnostic imaging*
  • Musculoskeletal System / microbiology
  • Paracoccidioidomycosis / diagnostic imaging*
  • Respiratory System / diagnostic imaging*
  • Respiratory System / microbiology
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods