It is well known that the opportunistic pathogenic yeast, Candida albicans, can form
polymicrobial biofilms with a variety of bacteria, both in vitro and in vivo, and that these …

Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is an unresolved problem in nosocomial settings,
remaining consistently associated with a lack of treatment, high mortality, and prolonged …

Modern medicine is currently facing huge setbacks concerning infection therapeutics as
microorganisms are consistently knocking down every antimicrobial wall set before them …

Background The co-existence of Candida albicans with the bacteria in the host tissues and
organs displays interactions at competitive, antagonistic, and synergistic levels. Several …

Objective: To phenotypically evaluate biofilm production by Pseudomonas
aeruginosaclinically isolated from patients with ventilator-associated pneumonia. Methods …

Background and aim Honey has been recognized worldwide for its antioxidant, anti-tumor,
anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Among them, the antifungal properties …

Abstract Background Bacteria of the Achromobacter genus, more particularly xylosoxidans
species, are responsible for various healthcare associated infections (HAI) which are …

With respiratory infections accounting for significant morbidity and mortality, the issue of
antibiotic resistance has added to the gravity of the situation. Treatment of pulmonary …

Background Pseudomonas aeruginosa is an opportunistic bacterial pathogen responsible
for both acute and chronic infections in humans. In particular, its ability to form biofilm, on …

Bacterial infections due to biofilms account for up to 80% of bacterial infections in humans.
With the increased use of antibiotic treatments, indwelling medical devices, disinfectants …