Radiological diagnosis of pulmonary mucormycosis

Pulmonary mucormycosis is a rare opportunistic fungal infection, caused by Zygomycetes, order Mucorales. Poorly controlled diabetes mellitus and neutropenia are main risk factors. In recent years, the incidence of mucormycosis is increasing, due to widespread use of aggressive chemotherapy, including schemes for elder patients and increasing amount of stem cell transplantation. The disease is characterised by severe course, rapid spread and high mortality rates. Radiological diagnostics is first line methods in detecting infectious process in patients. Detecting specific features helps physician in early diagnosis and improve outcome of disease.