Oral candidiasis, commonly referred to as “thrush,” is an opportunistic fungal infection that
commonly affects the oral mucosa. The main causative agent, Candida albicans, is a highly …

Fungal infections represent an increasing threat to a growing number of immune-and
medically compromised patients. Fungi are eukaryotic organisms and, as such, there is a …

Introduction The term invasive candidiasis (IC) refers to both bloodstream and deep-seated
invasive infections, such as peritonitis, caused by Candida species. Several guidelines on …

Background Candida albicans is the most common pathogenic fungus isolated in
bloodstream infections in hospitalized patients, and candidiasis represents the fourth most …

Candida albicans, one of the pathogenic Candida species, causes high mortality rate in
immunocompromised and high-risk surgical patients. In the last decade, only one new class …

Fungal infections have become one of the major causes of morbidity and mortality in
immunocompromised patients. Despite increased awareness and improved treatment …

In recent years, the emergence of fungal resistance has become frequent, partly due to the
widespread clinical use of fluconazole, which is minimally toxic and effective in the …

Invasive fungal infections are associated with high mortality rates, despite appropriate
antifungal therapy. Limited therapeutic options, resistance development and the high …

Fungal infections caused by Candida species have become a constant threat to public
health, especially for immunocompromised patients, who are considered susceptible to this …

Fungal biofilms have caused several medical problems, resulting in significant morbidity and
mortality as well as poor response to antifungal drugs. The current study was designed to …