Primary cutaneous aspergillosis in a premature neonate.
A case of primary cutaneous aspergillosis in a 3-week-old premature infant is reported. The lesion, which presented as a solitary nodule surmounted by three pustules, occurred following the use of elasticized and cloth adhesive tape and was cured by surgical excision. Factors predisposing to this infection included maceration, antibiotic usage, and prematurity.
D001228:Aspergillosis / Q000209:etiology*; D001458:Bandages / Q000009:adverse effects; D003881:Dermatomycoses / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007235:Infant, Premature, Diseases / Q000209:etiology*