Conidiobolomycosis: apparent yet overlooked. A report of two cases
Despite its rarity, this infection should be considered in patients presenting with persistent rhino-facial swelling, especially in endemic areas. While the prognosis is generally good, prolonged therapy may be necessary, and cosmetic deformities may persist. Increased clinical awareness and timely diagnosis are essential to prevent complications and disfigurement associated with this overlooked fungal infection.
Authors
- P. I. Jayasekera (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9157-0724)
- Kulasinghe Arachchige Chethana Char Pemasiri
- Amal T. G. Fernanado
- Buddhika Ushani Manukulasooriya
- Ravindra Kirihena
Institutions
- University of Kelaniya (LK)
- National Hospital of Sri Lanka (LK)
- Medical Research Institute (LK)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Infectious Diseases
- Published
- 2026-02-16
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-026-12888-5
- Primary Topic
- Infectious Diseases and Mycology
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00