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View article: Multicentric validation of the PathoDetect™ MTB RIF & INH assay for simultaneous detection of <i>Mycobacterium tuberculosis</i>, & drug resistance to rifampicin & isoniazid in presumptive pulmonary tuberculosis & drug-resistant TB patients
Multicentric validation of the PathoDetect™ MTB RIF & INH assay for simultaneous detection of <i>Mycobacterium tuberculosis</i>, & drug resistance to rifampicin & isoniazid in presumptive pulmonary tuberculosis & drug-resistant TB patients Open
Background & objectives Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major global health concern, with India accounting for 26 per cent of the global burden. Despite advances, access to rapid molecular diagnostics is limited, and the assays currently used …
View article: Diagnostic accuracy of real-time PCR assay ‘Quantiplus® MTB FAST’ for detection of adult pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB): A multi-centric study
Diagnostic accuracy of real-time PCR assay ‘Quantiplus® MTB FAST’ for detection of adult pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB): A multi-centric study Open
Background & objectives The global target set by the United Nations (UN) high-level meeting on Tuberculosis (TB) for coverage of rapid molecular tests is 100 per cent by 2027. Rapid, affordable molecular tests for early detection of TB are…
View article: Qualitative Study of Nutritional Support-Related Perceptions and Preferences Among Persons Affected by TB, Family Caregivers, and Healthcare Providers in India
Qualitative Study of Nutritional Support-Related Perceptions and Preferences Among Persons Affected by TB, Family Caregivers, and Healthcare Providers in India Open
Evidence on the implementation aspects of nutritional support interventions for persons with TB in India is limited. This qualitative study employed focus group discussions with persons with TB (n = 71), their family caregivers (n = 17), a…
View article: Evaluation of molecular diagnostic test for detection of adult pulmonary tuberculosis: A generic protocol
Evaluation of molecular diagnostic test for detection of adult pulmonary tuberculosis: A generic protocol Open
Background & objectives: Tuberculosis (TB) continues to be the second most-leading cause of death due to a single infectious agent as of 2022 after COVID-19. Many affordable new molecular diagnostic tools are being developed for early and …
View article: Basidiobolomycosis caused by a rare species - Basidiobolus meristosporus
Basidiobolomycosis caused by a rare species - Basidiobolus meristosporus Open
View article: Evaluation of environmental Mucorales contamination in and around the residence of COVID-19-associated mucormycosis patients
Evaluation of environmental Mucorales contamination in and around the residence of COVID-19-associated mucormycosis patients Open
Introduction Recently, India witnessed an unprecedented surge of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)-associated mucormycosis (CAM) cases. In addition to patient management issues, environmental Mucorales contamination possibly contributed …
View article: P019 A 5-year study on prevalence and molecular determinants of fluconazole -resistance in <i>C. parapsilosis</i> spp. complex
P019 A 5-year study on prevalence and molecular determinants of fluconazole -resistance in <i>C. parapsilosis</i> spp. complex Open
Poster session 1, September 21, 2022, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Objectives Candida parapsilosis species complex is among the leading agents of invasive candidiasis, notably in neonates and transplant recipients. It exhibits intrinsically reduced …
View article: P395 Clinical utility of semi-nested conventional PCR for diagnosis of mucormycosis in fresh clinical samples
P395 Clinical utility of semi-nested conventional PCR for diagnosis of mucormycosis in fresh clinical samples Open
Poster session 3, September 23, 2022, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Objectives We aim to assess the clinical utility of the semi-nested conventional PCR in smear positive, culture-negative clinical samples for diagnosis of mucormycosis. Methods This …
View article: P501 <i>Aspergillus fumigatus</i> complicates one third of the patients with suspected bronchial asthma or pulmonary tuberculosis: Clinical validation of indigenously developed diagnostic kits
P501 <i>Aspergillus fumigatus</i> complicates one third of the patients with suspected bronchial asthma or pulmonary tuberculosis: Clinical validation of indigenously developed diagnostic kits Open
Poster session 3, September 23, 2022, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Objectives Aspergillus fumigatus, an opportunistic fungus, causes complications in about 5%-20% of bronchial asthma and about 26% of pulmonary tuberculosis patients. Detection of Asp…
View article: Isolated Cerebral Nocardiosis Otitidiscaviarum in a Child with relapsed B-Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Isolated Cerebral Nocardiosis Otitidiscaviarum in a Child with relapsed B-Lymphoblastic Leukemia Open
Sir, Nocardia is responsible for 1.5% of cerebral abscess (CA) worldwide.[1] This ubiquitous bacteria have high mortality (33%) with variable presentations i.e., acute–chronic and isolated to disseminated.[2] Cerebral nocardiosis (CN) lack…
View article: Serum glucose-regulated protein 78 (GRP78) levels in COVID-19-associated mucormycosis: results of a case–control study
Serum glucose-regulated protein 78 (GRP78) levels in COVID-19-associated mucormycosis: results of a case–control study Open
View article: LDBio Aspergillus immunochromatographic test lateral flow assay for IgG/IgM antibody detection in chronic pulmonary aspergillosis: Single-centre evaluation and meta-analysis
LDBio Aspergillus immunochromatographic test lateral flow assay for IgG/IgM antibody detection in chronic pulmonary aspergillosis: Single-centre evaluation and meta-analysis Open
Aspergillus LDBio ICT assay exhibits good sensitivity and can be used to screen CPA cases.
View article: Is there an association between zinc and COVID‐19–associated mucormycosis? Results of an experimental and clinical study
Is there an association between zinc and COVID‐19–associated mucormycosis? Results of an experimental and clinical study Open
Background The enormous increase in COVID‐19–associated mucormycosis (CAM) in India lacks an explanation. Zinc supplementation during COVID‐19 management is speculated as a contributor to mucormycosis. We conducted an experimental and clin…
View article: Evaluation of Liposomal and Conventional Amphotericin B in Experimental Fungal Keratitis Rabbit Model
Evaluation of Liposomal and Conventional Amphotericin B in Experimental Fungal Keratitis Rabbit Model Open
FK is a leading cause of corneal blindness and is on the rise especially in developing countries. Despite the availability of various antifungal agents, heterogeneous treatment outcomes are seen due to lack of a standardized treatment regi…
View article: Utility of Serum and Bronchoalveolar Lavage Fluid Galactomannan in Diagnosis of Chronic Pulmonary Aspergillosis
Utility of Serum and Bronchoalveolar Lavage Fluid Galactomannan in Diagnosis of Chronic Pulmonary Aspergillosis Open
The value of serum and bronchoalveolar lavage fluid galactomannan (BALF-GM) in diagnosing chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA) remains unclear. Here, we study the diagnostic efficacy of GM in the diagnosis of CPA.
View article: Evaluation of Biomarkers: Galactomannan and 1,3-Beta-D-Glucan Assay for the Diagnosis of Invasive Fungal Infections in Immunocompromised Patients from a Tertiary Care Centre
Evaluation of Biomarkers: Galactomannan and 1,3-Beta-D-Glucan Assay for the Diagnosis of Invasive Fungal Infections in Immunocompromised Patients from a Tertiary Care Centre Open
BDG has good sensitivity and specificity for distinguishing IFI from no IFIs and GMI may be used for diagnosing IA.