Deep mycoses and palatal perforation with granulomatous pansinusitis in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome: case reports

Quintessence Int. 1993 Oct;24(10):743-8.

Abstract

Palatal perforation with granulomatous pansinusitis caused by deep mycotic infection is a rare complication of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. Two cases of palatal ulceration with osseous destruction, one caused by Histoplasma capsulatum the other by Cryptococcus neoformans, are discussed. Treatment with a palatal obturator restored function and speech in both patients during the remainder of their lives.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • AIDS-Related Opportunistic Infections*
  • Adult
  • Cryptococcosis / complications*
  • Histoplasmosis / complications*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Palate / microbiology*
  • Sinusitis / microbiology*