Spectrum of Mucormycosis Before and During COVID-19: Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Current Therapeutic Interventions.
Sheikh MansoorTousief Irshad AhmedKaran HappaMehnaz SultanSweeta ManhasSuhaib ShamasPublished in: Current fungal infection reports (2022)
The significant rise in cases of MM worldwide has necessitated viewing each case with a strong index of suspicion. Adoption of rapid diagnostics, early antifungal therapy, and prompt surgical interventions are essential, while high-risk groups need particular focused care which may include prophylactic anti-fungal therapy, limited steroid use, and meticulous control of the underlying disease. Developing quicker and more sensitive diagnostic modalities has great potential to improve the detection and management of MM.