Multiple Maxillary Periodontal Abscesses As a Manifestation of Post-Coronavirus Disease 2019 Mucormycosis: A Case Report Publisher Pubmed



Khoshkhou H¹ ; Hasheminasab M^{2, 7} ; Goudarzi Pour D³ ; Jamali R^{4, 8} ; Morshedzadeh Tehrani G⁶ ; Moslemi N^{1, 5}
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports Published:2023

Abstract

Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 makes patients more susceptible to superinfection of fungal disease as a consequence of immunological system impairment. Mucormycosis is a fungal infection that is rare but has a high mortality rate and mostly affects patients with poorly controlled diabetes mellitus or those receiving corticosteroids. Case presentation: Here, we present a case of post-coronavirus disease 2019 mucormycosis in a 37-year-old Persian male presenting with multiple periodontal abscess with purulent discharge and necrosis of maxillary bone (without oroantral communication). Surgical debridement following antifungal therapy was the treatment of choice. Conclusion: Early diagnosis and immediate referral are the cornerstone of comprehensive treatment. © 2023, The Author(s).