Candida Empyema as a Red Flag for Esophageal Rupture: A Case Report and Literature Review

Candida Empyema as a Red Flag for Esophageal Rupture: A Case Report and Literature Review

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Background.Candida empyema is a rare entity with an extremely high mortality rate.We present a case of multi species Candida CALCIUM CARBONATE empyema in an immunocompetent female patient with Boerhaave syndrome secondary to retching and vomiting after heroin withdrawal.

This case highlights an unusual presentation of a common infection but stresses on the fact that a high index of suspicion is necessary for early identification, prompt initiation of antifungal therapy, and drainage with surgical repair to improve overall Video Interface survival and outcomes.