Subcutaneous mycoses: Endemic but neglected among the Neglected Tropical Diseases in Ethiopia.
BackgroundSubcutaneous (deep) mycoses are a chronic infectious disease of the skin and underlying structures endemic in tropical countries. The disease has serious medical and socioeconomic consequences for patients, communities and health services in ...
Wendemagegn Enbiale+6 more
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Tinea capitis due to Trichophyton tonsurans in a Maltese patient [PDF]
We report a case of tinea capitis caused by Trichophyton tonsurans in a 16-year-old male. This appears to be the first documented case of tinea capitis caused by this dermatophyte in a native Maltese patient.peer ...
Baldacchino, Godfrey+3 more
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Using Interleukin 6 and 8 in Blood and Bronchoalveolar Lavage Fluid to Predict Survival in Hematological Malignancy Patients With Suspected Pulmonary Mold Infection. [PDF]
Background: Molds and other pathogens induce elevated levels of several cytokines, including interleukin (IL)-6 and IL-8. The objective of this study was to investigate the prognostic value of IL-6 and IL-8 as well as fungal biomarkers in blood and ...
Eigl, Susanne+12 more
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Antifungal Resistance in Non‐fumigatus Aspergillus Species
ABSTRACT This review provides an in‐depth exploration of antifungal resistance in non‐fumigatus Aspergillus species, mainly focusing on acquired resistance. The available data have been compiled and sometimes re‐analysed. It highlights the increasing prevalence of resistance in non‐fumigatus species belonging to Flavi, Terrei, Nigri, and Nidulantes ...
Elie Djenontin+3 more
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Profile of Superficial Mycoses in Pediatric Dermatology Patient
Background: Superficial mycoses in children is a fungal infection of the skin, hair and nails that affected children aged 14 years and below. The superficial mycoses common in children are tinea capitis, pityriasis versicolor and diaper candidiasis ...
Maria Ulfa Sheilaadji+1 more
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Intensive care unit-related fluconazole use in Spain and Germany: patient characteristics and outcomes of a prospective multicenter longitudinal observational study [PDF]
Background: Candida spp. are a frequent cause of nosocomial bloodstream infections worldwide. Objective: To evaluate the use patterns and outcomes associated with intravenous (IV) fluconazole therapy in intensive care units in Spain and Germany ...
Ballus, Jose+7 more
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Candida auris: a decade of understanding of an enigmatic pathogenic yeast [PDF]
Candida auris is an enigmatic yeast that continues to stimulate interest within the mycology community due its rapid and simultaneous emergence of distinct clades.
Brown, Jason+4 more
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Aspergillosis of the CNS in a pediatric liver transplant recipient: Case report and review [PDF]
A 2-month-old infant who had undergone orthotopic liver transplantation at the age of 2 weeks for carbamoyl phosphate synthetase deficiency developed infection of the CNS due to Aspergillus fumigatus.
Green, M+4 more
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Top 10 Public Health Challenges for 2024: Charting a New Direction for Global Health Security
The top 10 public health challenges for 2024 emphasize the need for a unified global approach to address infectious diseases, health disparities, climate change, mental health, substance use, reproductive health, food safety, emerging technologies, healthcare costs, and global collaboration.
Don Eliseo Lucero‐Prisno III+30 more
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