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Query: UMLS:C0038358 (gastric ulcer)
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A case is presented of ascites infected with candida in a cirrhotic patient. Candida infection of the ascitic fluid and candidemia were found 24 hours after perforation of a gastric ulcer. Combined intravenous therapy with Amphotericin B and 5-Fluorocytosine eradicated the infection within two weeks. The need for comprehensive therapeutic approach in the debilitated patient prone to fungal and bacterial infection is emphasized.
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PMID:Candida infected ascites caused by perforated ulcer. 44 Apr 6