The Infona portal uses cookies, i.e. strings of text saved by a browser on the user's device. The portal can access those files and use them to remember the user's data, such as their chosen settings (screen view, interface language, etc.), or their login data. By using the Infona portal the user accepts automatic saving and using this information for portal operation purposes. More information on the subject can be found in the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By closing this window the user confirms that they have read the information on cookie usage, and they accept the privacy policy and the way cookies are used by the portal. You can change the cookie settings in your browser.
Background
Human cytomegalovirus (CMV) is associated with aspergillosis, but the simultaneous presence of CMV viral interleukin‐10 (cmvIL‐10) and aspergillosis has never been investigated. CmvIL‐10 is produced by CMV‐infected cells and acts as an immune modulator during CMV infection. The aim of this study was to evaluate cmvIL‐10 levels in peripheral blood and its influence on the clinical outcomes...
Background
Data on the prevalence of chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA) in patients with active or cured tuberculosis (TB) are scarce, mainly due to diagnostic difficulties. The diagnosis of CPA is based on pulmonary symptoms and chest computed tomography (CT) scans and is considered confirmed when there is microbiological or serological evidence of Aspergillus spp. infection.
Objectives
To...
Background
The incidence of Aspergillus and Candida CNS infection, which are characterised by high mortality rates, is underestimated. This underdiagnosis presumably results from the limitations of available diagnostic tools and the need for invasive sampling. Little is known about the role of serologic biomarkers in the setting of CNS aspergillosis and candidiasis.
Patients, materials and methods:...
Background
The broad‐spectrum triazole isavuconazole is used for the treatment of invasive aspergillosis and mucormycosis. Data regarding human plasma concentrations in clinical routine of the drug are rare.
Objectives
Plasma concentrations of isavuconazole were determined in critically ill ICU patients while considering different patients' characteristics.
Methods
Retrospective analysis of isavuconazole...
Background
Currently, Candida auris is among the most serious emerging pathogens that can be associated with nosocomial infections and outbreaks in intensive care units. Clinicians must be able to identify and manage it quickly.
Objective
Here, we report for the first time in Algeria seven cases of C. auris infection or colonisation.
Methods and Results
The strains were isolated from clinical...
Background
Treatment of tinea pedis and onychomycosis is complicated by high rates of reinfection and the emergence of terbinafine‐resistant strains of Trichophyton spp. Effective disinfection of contaminated socks is an important measure. Appropriate washing reduces the risk of reinfection and is paramount in treating tinea pedis and onychomycosis.
Objectives
The aim of this study was to describe...
Background
Cryptococcus spp. infection involving the central nervous system (CNS) is associated with poor outcomes. Current guidelines recommend repeating a cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) fungal culture after 2 weeks of treatment to evaluate for clearance. However, this practice has not clearly been associated with outcomes.
Objectives
We sought to assess the relationship between CSF fungal clearance...
Background
Lipophilic basidiomycetous yeasts of the Malassezia genus can cause various skin diseases, such as seborrheic dermatitis, pityriasis versicolor, folliculitis and atopic dermatitis, and even life‐threatening fungemia in newborns and immunocompromised individuals. Routine mycological media used in clinical practice do not contain sufficient lipid ingredients required for the growth of Malassezia...
Background
Fungal skin infections are recognised as one of the most common health disorders globally, and dermatophyte infections of the skin, hair and nails are the most common fungal infections. Dermatophytes can be classified as anthropophilic, zoophilic or geophilic species based on their primary habitat association, and this classification makes epidemiological analysis useful for the prevention...
Background
COVID‐19‐associated pulmonary aspergillosis (CAPA) has been reported as an important cause of mortality in critically ill patients with an incidence rate ranging from 5% to 35% during the first and second pandemic waves.
Objectives
We aimed to evaluate the incidence, risk factors for CAPA by a screening protocol and outcome in the critically ill patients during the third wave of the...
Background
Mucormycosis has emerged as an increasingly important fungal disease for immunocompromised children and neonates, with the cutaneous form being one of its most common presentations.
Methods
We present a cutaneous mucormycosis case in a 10‐year‐old girl and analyse reports of single cases and case series of cutaneous mucormycosis in ≤16‐year‐old patients, recorded in PUBMED from 1953...
Background
Increased hospitalisation rates in the Coronavirus disease 19 (COVID‐19) era lead to a new wave of hospital‐acquired infections such as emerging multidrug‐resistant Candida auris. We aimed to evaluate and estimate the global prevalence of coronavirus‐associated C. auris infection (CACa).
Methods
We searched related databases between December 2019 and April 2022 for studies that reported...
Set the date range to filter the displayed results. You can set a starting date, ending date or both. You can enter the dates manually or choose them from the calendar.