Candida Tropicalis Spondylodiscits in an Immunocompetent Host: A Case Report and Literature Review

Abstract

Background Fungal spondylodiscitis is not common but should be suspected in some cases. Candida tropicalis infections are being more frequently diagnosed due to some factors related to the microorganism. Case Description A C. tropicalis spondylodiscitis is described in a 72-year-old man who was treated with a combination of echinocandin (micafungin) and surgery. Conclusion The presence of some risk factors should promptly raise the suspicion of fungal spondylodiscitis. Treatment should be instituted as early as possible for the best outcome for the patient.

Keywords

• spondylodiscitis
• candida tropicalis
• fungal spondylodiscitis