Rehabilitation of post mucormycosis surgical defect using definitive obturator with cast metal framework- A case report

Abstract

The recent outbreak of covid-19 disease has led to development of mucormycosis in immunocompromised individuals. Treatment options include antifungal drugs, surgical removal of infected tissues, and management of underlying metabolic disorders. Surgery typically includes the complete excision of the diseased region. These defects put the patient at risk for nasal twang, fluid leaks into the nasal cavity, and poor masticatory function. In such defects, the obturator prosthesis can create an oro-nasal seal. This case report describes the rehabilitation of post mucormycosis surgical defect using definitive obturator using cast metal framework.