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View article: Free-living amoebae and their medically-important endosymbionts in hospital wastewater treatment systems
Free-living amoebae and their medically-important endosymbionts in hospital wastewater treatment systems Open
View article: Molecular characterization of non-<i>Cryptococcus</i> yeast communities isolated from <i>Eucalyptus</i> trees.
Molecular characterization of non-<i>Cryptococcus</i> yeast communities isolated from <i>Eucalyptus</i> trees. Open
In this study, most of the yeast isolates, such as Candida and Trichosporon, were important to human health. Eucalyptus trees, as part of the natural flora, could be considered an environmental reservoir for yeasts, in…
View article: The First Fungal Identification from Mini-BAL of Critical COVID-19 Patients
The First Fungal Identification from Mini-BAL of Critical COVID-19 Patients Open
Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has become a worldwide issue due to its high prevalence and rapid transmission. Fungal infections have been detected in COVID-19 patients, leading to increased morbidity and mortality. Object…
View article: Effect of the 1064 nm Nd: YAG Laser on the MICs of Antifungals Used in Clinical Practice for the Treatment of Fungal Nail Infections
Effect of the 1064 nm Nd: YAG Laser on the MICs of Antifungals Used in Clinical Practice for the Treatment of Fungal Nail Infections Open
Introduction: The fungal nail infection (onychomycosis) involves 18%-40% of all nail disorders, which, although not fatal, can cause mechanical, aesthetic, occupational, and economic problems. Drug treatments due to prolonged treatment per…
View article: Accompanying a semi‐nested <scp>PCR</scp> assay to support histopathology findings of fungal keratitis in formalin‐fixed paraffin‐embedded corneal samples
Accompanying a semi‐nested <span>PCR</span> assay to support histopathology findings of fungal keratitis in formalin‐fixed paraffin‐embedded corneal samples Open
Background Fungal species are responsible for 40%–50% of all microbial keratitis cases. Due to the low amount of extracted DNA in ocular Formalin‐fixed Paraffin‐embedded (FFPE) samples, selecting a reliable molecular method is a substantia…
View article: P009 Investigation of <i>in vitro</i> antifungal susceptibility testing and genetic diversity of clinical isolates of <i>Trichophyton benhamiae</i> and <i>Trichophyton eriotrephon</i> in Iran
P009 Investigation of <i>in vitro</i> antifungal susceptibility testing and genetic diversity of clinical isolates of <i>Trichophyton benhamiae</i> and <i>Trichophyton eriotrephon</i> in Iran Open
Poster session 1, September 21, 2022, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Background Trichophyton benhamiae is a zoophilic dermatophyte, known as one of the causative agents of dermatophytosis. Objectives The purpose of this study was to explore the genoty…
View article: P212 Fatal invasive aspergillosis in a child with Chronic Granulomatous disease; a case report
P212 Fatal invasive aspergillosis in a child with Chronic Granulomatous disease; a case report Open
Poster session 2, September 22, 2022, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM In this article, we have reported a case of invasive aspergillosis in an 8-year-old boy with chronic granulomatous disease, who presented with pleural effusion and pneumonia, cerebra…
View article: Coinfection of Toenail Onychomycosis Caused by Rhodotorula mucilaginosa and Candida glabrata in an Immunocompromised Adult: A Case Report and Literature Review
Coinfection of Toenail Onychomycosis Caused by Rhodotorula mucilaginosa and Candida glabrata in an Immunocompromised Adult: A Case Report and Literature Review Open
Background: Rhodotorula mucilaginosa and Candida glabrata have emerged as potential pathogens, particularly in immunosuppressed hosts. This study aimed to present a case of coinfection of Candida glabrata and Rhodotorula mucilaginosa in a …
View article: Mass spectrometry in research laboratories and clinical diagnostic: a new era in medical mycology
Mass spectrometry in research laboratories and clinical diagnostic: a new era in medical mycology Open
View article: Fungal and bacterial co-infections of the respiratory tract among patients with COVID-19 hospitalized in intensive care units
Fungal and bacterial co-infections of the respiratory tract among patients with COVID-19 hospitalized in intensive care units Open
View article: Epidemiology, risk factors, species distribution, and antifungal susceptibility of candidemia among hospitalized patients with COVID-19
Epidemiology, risk factors, species distribution, and antifungal susceptibility of candidemia among hospitalized patients with COVID-19 Open
Background and Purpose: The pandemic of COVID-19 has caused a worldwide health crisis. Candidemia is a potentially lethal condition that has not yet been enough discussed in patients with COVID‐ 19. The current study aimed to investigate t…
View article: Molecular Characterization of Fungal Colonization on the Provox™ Tracheoesophageal Voice Prosthesis in Post Laryngec-tomy Patients
Molecular Characterization of Fungal Colonization on the Provox™ Tracheoesophageal Voice Prosthesis in Post Laryngec-tomy Patients Open
Background: Tracheoesophageal voice prostheses (TVPs) have been the gold standard in rehabilitation, after laryngectomy, producing faster and premier voicing towards esophageal speech. Fungal colonization shortens the device’s lifetime and…
View article: Evaluating a semi‐nested PCR to support histopathology reports of fungal rhinosinusitis in formalin‐fixed paraffin‐embedded tissue samples
Evaluating a semi‐nested PCR to support histopathology reports of fungal rhinosinusitis in formalin‐fixed paraffin‐embedded tissue samples Open
Background Fungal rhinosinusitis (FRS) encompasses a various spectrum of diseases. Histopathology is the “reference method” for diagnosing FRS, but it cannot determine the genus and species. Moreover, in more than 50% of the histopathologi…
View article: Mycetoma due to Aspergillus flavus in a diabetic patient: Case report and literature review
Mycetoma due to Aspergillus flavus in a diabetic patient: Case report and literature review Open
Diabetes mellitus patients are prone to cutaneous and subcutaneous fungal infections due to pathogenic fungi, including dermatophytes, Mucorales, Candida, Aspergillus, and Fusarium species. Here, we report a case of
View article: Neoscytalidium dimidiatum as onychomycosis causative agent in an Iranian patient: a case report and literature review
Neoscytalidium dimidiatum as onychomycosis causative agent in an Iranian patient: a case report and literature review Open
View article: Risk Factors of Oropharyngeal Candidiasis in COVID-19 Patients: A Case-control Study
Risk Factors of Oropharyngeal Candidiasis in COVID-19 Patients: A Case-control Study Open
Background: With the emergence and spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) globally, health care systems have faced the biggest challenge in recent decades. Objectives: The present study aimed to identify risk factors associated with…
View article: A simple multiplex polymerase chain reaction assay for rapid identification of the common pathogenic dermatophytes:Trichophyton interdigitale, Trichophyton rubrum, and Epidermophyton floccosum
A simple multiplex polymerase chain reaction assay for rapid identification of the common pathogenic dermatophytes:Trichophyton interdigitale, Trichophyton rubrum, and Epidermophyton floccosum Open
Background and Purpose: The most common etiological agents of human dermatophytosis in various parts of the world are Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton interdigitale, and Epidermophyton floccosum. The main aim of this study was to design a…
View article: Phenotypic features and molecular study of airborne Penicillium species isolated in the northern part of the Persian Gulf, Bushehr, Iran
Phenotypic features and molecular study of airborne Penicillium species isolated in the northern part of the Persian Gulf, Bushehr, Iran Open
Background and Purpose: The main environmental saprobes, such as Penicillium, play an essential role in natural ecosystems as economically, ecologically, and medically important microorganisms. Biodiversity of this genus has not been descr…
View article: Discovery of New <i>Trichophyton</i> Members, T. persicum and T. spiraliforme spp. nov., as a Cause of Highly Inflammatory Tinea Cases in Iran and Czechia
Discovery of New <i>Trichophyton</i> Members, T. persicum and T. spiraliforme spp. nov., as a Cause of Highly Inflammatory Tinea Cases in Iran and Czechia Open
In this study, we describe two novel agents of dermatophytosis and summarize the clinical manifestation of infections. These new pathogens were discovered thanks to long-term molecular epidemiological studies conducted in Czechia and Iran.…
View article: Molecular Identification and Antifungal Susceptibility Patterns of Candida Species Isolated from Candidemia Patients in Yasuj, Southwestern Iran
Molecular Identification and Antifungal Susceptibility Patterns of Candida Species Isolated from Candidemia Patients in Yasuj, Southwestern Iran Open
Background: Candidemia is the most common systemic infection in hospitalized patients causing high mortality. Hence, the diagnosis of this infection in the early stage with appropriate antifungal therapy is paramount. Objectives: The study…
View article: In Vitro Antifungal Activity of Luliconazole, Efinaconazole, and Nine Comparators Against Aspergillus and Candida Strains Isolated from Otomycosis
In Vitro Antifungal Activity of Luliconazole, Efinaconazole, and Nine Comparators Against Aspergillus and Candida Strains Isolated from Otomycosis Open
Background: Aspergillus and Candida species are the most commonly identified fungal pathogens in otomycosis. However, we usually encounter some difficulties in its treatment because many patients show resistance to antifungal agents and pr…
View article: Azole Antifungal Resistance in Candida albicans and Candida glabrata Isolated from Vulvovaginal Candidiasis Patients
Azole Antifungal Resistance in Candida albicans and Candida glabrata Isolated from Vulvovaginal Candidiasis Patients Open
Background: Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is the most frequent fungal disorder in healthy and normal women. Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the in vitro antifungal susceptibility of clinical isolates Candida albicans and…
View article: In Vitro Activity of Disinfectants against Mold Fungi Isolated from Different Environments of the Children’s Medical Center Hospital, Tehran, Iran
In Vitro Activity of Disinfectants against Mold Fungi Isolated from Different Environments of the Children’s Medical Center Hospital, Tehran, Iran Open
Introduction: Fungal aerosols cause life-threatening infections in patients hospitalized in critical wards. Antiseptics and disinfectants have broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity against the living tissue and inert surfaces microorganism…
View article: Evaluating A Semi-Nested PCR to Support Histopathology Reports of Fungal Rhinosinusitis in Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded Tissue Samples.
Evaluating A Semi-Nested PCR to Support Histopathology Reports of Fungal Rhinosinusitis in Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded Tissue Samples. Open
Background Fungal rhinosinusitis (FRS) encompasses a various spectrum of disease, which vary in clinical presentation, histologic features, and biological significance. FRS is commonly classified in two categories, i.e., invasive and non-i…
View article: Production of Mycophenolic Acid by a Newly Isolated Indigenous Penicillium glabrum
Production of Mycophenolic Acid by a Newly Isolated Indigenous Penicillium glabrum Open
View article: Molecular Identification, And Antifungal Susceptibility Patterns of Candida Species Isolated From Candidemia Patients in Yasuj, Southwestern Iran
Molecular Identification, And Antifungal Susceptibility Patterns of Candida Species Isolated From Candidemia Patients in Yasuj, Southwestern Iran Open
Candidemia is the most common systemic infection in hospitalized patients and causing high mortality. Hence, the diagnosis of this infection in the early-stage with appropriate antifungal therapy has been attributed to the lowest mortality…
View article: Diversity of Geophilic Dermatophytes Species in the Soils of Iran; The Significant Preponderance of Nannizzia fulva
Diversity of Geophilic Dermatophytes Species in the Soils of Iran; The Significant Preponderance of Nannizzia fulva Open
A molecular epidemiology study was conducted between 2016 and 2017 by a network of collaborators from 12 provinces in the Islamic Republic of Iran. A total of 1484 soil samples from different habitats were screened for the presence of derm…
View article: Molecular identification and antifungal susceptibility profiles of <i>Candida dubliniensis</i> and <i>Candida africana</i> isolated from vulvovaginal candidiasis: A single‐centre experience in Iran
Molecular identification and antifungal susceptibility profiles of <i>Candida dubliniensis</i> and <i>Candida africana</i> isolated from vulvovaginal candidiasis: A single‐centre experience in Iran Open
Background Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is a common and debilitating long‐term illness affecting million women worldwide. This disease is caused mainly by Candida albicans and a lesser extent by other species, including the two phylogene…
View article: Molecular Characterization and Antifungal Susceptibility of Candida Species Isolated From Vulvovaginitis in Jahrom City, South of Iran
Molecular Characterization and Antifungal Susceptibility of Candida Species Isolated From Vulvovaginitis in Jahrom City, South of Iran Open
Background: Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is a significant health issue due to Candida spp. Although Candida albicans is considered a major causative agent of vaginal candidiasis, non-albicans species have increased during previous decade…
View article: Candiduria: Prevalence, Identification of Isolated Candida Species and Trends in Antifungal Susceptibility in Hospitalized Patients
Candiduria: Prevalence, Identification of Isolated Candida Species and Trends in Antifungal Susceptibility in Hospitalized Patients Open
Background: Urinary tract candidiasis is known as the most frequent nosocomial fungal infection worldwide. Some of the predisposing factors of candiduria are extensive use of broad-spectrum anti-fungal agents, diabetes mellitus, indwelling…