SCCM Resource Library-Fungus Among Us: New Diagnostic Methods and Identification of Fungal Disease

Fungus Among Us: New Diagnostic Methods and Identification of Fungal Disease

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The discussion focuses on fungal pneumonia in solid organ transplant patients, outlining diagnosis and treatment strategies. The presentation includes a case study of a renal transplant recipient with nonspecific symptoms. Key fungi of concern include Aspergillus, Cryptococcus, Histoplasma, Mucormycosis, Coccidioidomycosis, Pneumocystis, and Blastomyces. Diagnostic tools involve CT imaging, serologic testing, and awareness of environmental risks and patient history. Aspergillus is noted for being common and having high mortality, with challenges in definitive diagnosis and treatment decisions often requiring clinical judgment and experience.

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One-Hour Concurrent Session | Deadly Fungus: Not the Last of Us Yet

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Content Type Presentation

Membership Level Professional

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Year 2024

Keywords

fungal pneumonia

solid organ transplant

Aspergillus

diagnostic tools

treatment strategies

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