Fungal arthritis due to Pseudallescheria boydii (Scedosporium apiospermum).

Dellestable, F; Kures, L; Mainard, D; Pere, P; Gaucher, A · J Rheumatol · 1994

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Musculoskeletal infections by fungal agents are uncommon conditions. Pseudallescheria boydii is an ubiquitous saprophytic fungus frequently involved in maduromycosis but rarely in septic arthritis. We describe a case of Pseudallescheria boydii destructive suppurative arthritis and osteomyelitis of the knee in an adult Guadeloupean man. Osteoarticular infections due to Pseudallescheria boydii are reviewed.

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