Primary cutaneous aspergillosis in a premature neonate

Abstract
A case of primary cutaneous aspergillosis in a 3 wk old premature infant is reported. The lesion, which presented as a solitary nodule surmounted by 3 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.

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