# A Rare Case of a Retroperitoneal Abscess Due to Trichosporon spp. in an Immunocompetent Patient

## TL;DR

A rare case of retroperitoneal abscess caused by Trichosporon in an immunocompetent patient is reported, highlighting the need for thorough diagnosis.

## Contribution

Demonstrates Trichosporon spp.'s pathogenicity in immunocompetent individuals, challenging prior assumptions.

## Key findings

- Trichosporon spp. was identified as the cause of a retroperitoneal abscess in an immunocompetent patient.
- The infection occurred post-nephrectomy and was detected through detailed mycological analysis.
- The case underscores the importance of precise diagnosis in postoperative infections.

## Abstract

This report discusses a rare case of retroperitoneal infection caused by Trichosporon spp. in a 68-year-old immunocompetent woman following a nephrectomy. Trichosporon spp. was identified through meticulous mycological examination. This case challenges the typical association of Trichosporon infections with immunocompromised patients, emphasizing its potential pathogenicity in immunocompetent individuals. The importance of accurate identification, especially in postoperative infections and broad-spectrum antibiotic contexts, is highlighted, emphasizing the need for a thorough diagnostic approach in such cases.