The oral cavity and oropharynx are complex environments that are susceptible to physical,
chemical, and microbiological insults. They are also common sites for pathological and …

Candida dubliniensis is a pathogenic yeast species that was first identified as a distinct
taxon in 1995. Epidemiological studies have shown that C. dubliniensis is prevalent …

The definitive guide for identifying fungi from clinical specimens Medically Important Fungi
will expand your knowledge and support your work by: Providing detailed descriptions of the …

In healthy individuals, Candida species are considered commensal yeasts of the oral cavity.
However, these microorganisms can also act as opportunist pathogens, particularly the so …

The oral cavity can act as a reservoir of certain pathogens that can cause systemic
infections. The periodontal pocket is an ecological niche appropriate for hosting …

There is a high interest in Candida species other than Candida albicans because of the rise
and the epidemiological shifts in candidiasis. These emerging Candida species are favored …

The majority of opportunistic oral mucosal fungal infections are due to Candida albicans and
Aspergillus fumigatus species. Mucor and Cryptococcus also have a major role in causing …

Oral candidiasis is perhaps the commonest infection seen in HIV disease. The aim of this
workshop was to provide a sketch of the multifarious aspects of the disease from a global …

The ever increasing numbers of immunosuppressed individuals has led to a significant
increase in the incidence of opportunistic infections, particularly those caused by fungi. The …

Background Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is a vulvovaginitis commonly diagnosed in
gynecology care. In recent years, the taxonomy of the most important pathogenic Candida …