Clinically we have been aware of the concept of Candida biofilms for many decades, though
perhaps without the formal designation. Just over 20 years ago the subject emerged on the …

Blastomycosis is caused by a thermally dimorphic fungus that thrives in moist acidic soil.
Blastomyces dermatitidis is the species responsible for most infections in North America and …

ABSTRACT Introduction Invasive Candida Infections (ICIs) have undergone a series of
significant epidemiological, pathophysiological, and clinical changes during the last …

The incidence of invasive sino-pulmonary diseases due to non-Aspergillus hyaline molds is
increasing due to an enlarging and evolving population of immunosuppressed hosts as well …

Fungal osteomyelitis is considered a rare disease, and the published literature mainly
comprises case reports, case series and narrative reviews. A systematic review was …

Abstract Two-dimensional (2D) biomaterials, with unique planar topology and quantum
effect, have been widely recognized as a versatile nanoplatform for bioimaging, drug …

Infection of a native joint, commonly referred to as septic arthritis, is a medical emergency
because of the risk of joint destruction and subsequent sequelae. Its diagnosis requires a …

Dimitrios P. Kontoyiannis is an infectious diseases physician who has made substantial
contributions to the field of medical mycology over the course of his 25-year career. His work …

Dampness is strongly associated with rheumatic diseases, which particularly affect the older
adults. Tackling dampness is therefore important, especially given that climate change is …

Objectives: Invasive fungal spondylodiscitis (IFSD) is rare and could be lethal in certain
circumstances. The previous literature revealed limited data concerning its outcomes. This …