Genetic variability of Candida albicans SAP8 propeptide in isolates from different types of infection [PDF]
, 2015 The secreted aspartic proteases (Saps) are among the most studied virulence determinants in Candida albicans. These proteins are translated as pre-pro-enzymes consisting of a signal sequence followed by a propeptide and the mature enzyme. The propeptides
Carneiro, Maria Catarina Santos +4 more
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مجله دانشگاه علوم پزشکی گرگان, 2015 Background and Objective: Vulvovaginal candidiasis or Candida vaginitis is a common fungal infection among adult women during reproductive ages and it is the second most frequent infection of the female genital tract.
Gharaei A +6 more
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Berkala Ilmu Kesehatan Kulit dan Kelamin (Periodical of Dermatology and Venerology)Background: Vulvovaginal candidiasis is one of the most common causes of complaints of vaginal discharge, which is mostly caused by Candida albicans. The common diagnosis of vulvovaginal candidiasis is microscopic and culture examination.
Monika Puspitasari +2 more
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Protocol for a randomised controlled trial of treatment of asymptomatic candidiasis for the prevention of preterm birth [ACTRN12610000607077] [PDF]
, 2011 Background Prevention of preterm birth remains one of the most important challenges in maternity care. We propose a randomised trial with: a simple Candida testing protocol that can be easily incorporated into usual antenatal care; a simple, well ...
Christine L Roberts +6 more
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Does Candida and/or Staphylococcus play a role in nipple and breast pain in lactation? A cohort study in Melbourne, Australia [PDF]
, 2013 Objective: To investigate Candida species and Staphylococcus aureus and the development of \u27nipple and breast thrush\u27 among breastfeeding women. Design: Prospective longitudinal cohort study.
Amir, Lisa H. +6 more
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The profile of the expression of the immune response genes in the vagina of women in the complex therapy of recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis [PDF]
Гинекология, 2017 Host immunity against Candida albicans is crucial in controlling C. albicans infection. The innate immunity is believed to be the first line of host defense, such as the direct killing of yeasts through phagocytosis by neutrophils and macrophages.
Sh M Pogosyan +4 more
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Assessment of in vitro biofilm formation and antifungal susceptibility of Candida albicans isolates from vulvovaginal candidiasis [PDF]
, 2015 Objectives Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is an inflammation of the genital mucosa, which mainly affects the vulva and vagina. Candida spp. are considered commensal fungus, however, when there is imbalance in the microbiota or the host immune system is ...
Akimoto-Gunther, L. +7 more
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In vitro modulation of probiotic bacteria on the biofilm of Candida glabrata [PDF]
, 2015 A conspicuous new concept of pathogens living as the microbial societies in the human host rather than free planktonic cells has raised considerable concerns among scientists and clinicians.
Cheah, Yoke Kqueen +4 more
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Fungicidal effect of Origanum vulgare essential oil against Candida glabrata and its cytotoxicity against macrophages [PDF]
, 2015 Introduction: Candida glabrata is a yeast fungus regularly isolated from patients with impaired immunity who receive a routine antifungal therapy. Drug-resistant strains of C. glabrata have been emerged in recent years.
Balal, Asad. +8 more
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A study on the management of corticosteroid side effects in cancer patients [PDF]
, 2015 Background Systemic corticosteroids lead to many adverse effects especially in cancer patients. Preventive measures and treatment options are essential to minimise such side effects.
Fsadni, Clayton John
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