Description
Fungal infections constitute the most significant infectious hazard in neutropenic patients. The incidence of invasive fungal infections is increasing and new fungal species are emerging as important pathogens. Candida species are the most common fungi isolated in neutropenic patients. There has been a significant increase in Candida species other than albicans. The widespread use of azoles for prophylaxis is thought to have resulted in the emergence of these less sensitive species. This case illustrates the difficulty in managing a patient with an unusual and aggressive presentation of Candida glabrata oesophagitis.
