Dystrophic onychomycosis due to Microsporum gypseum.

abstract：:Mycetoma is a chronic granulomatous, subcutaneous disease endemic in tropical and subtropical countries. It is currently a health problem in rural areas of Africa, Asia and South America. Nine cases of mycetoma were analysed in a retrospective study. All isolates were identified by morphological features. The level of...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Rojas OC,León-Cachón RB,Moreno-Treviño M,González GM

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:It was shown previously that dermatophytes can markedly be inhibited by a photochemical treatment with curcumin. This kind of photo-inactivation needs to be improved, however, because curcumin is poorly water-soluble. Therefore, a new water-soluble γ-cyclodextrin formulation of curcuminoids was tested for ...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Brasch J,Beck-Jendroschek V,Walther G,Rubbel D

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report on a female patient who received a polychemotherapy because of an extensive pemphigus vulgaris. Under this therapy, the general condition of the patient worsened. Noncharacteristic symptoms, such as dyspnoea and tachycardia occurred. In spite of comprehensive, also invasive diagnostics, pulmonary foci demons...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Sima D,Tietz HJ,Reisshauer H,Buchholtz I,Schulze P,Meyer R

更新日期：1994-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three cases of paracoccidioidomycosis observed in 1990-1991 in Quillabamba, Peru, and its surroundings are described. The climate and the living conditions of the inhabitants favour paracoccidioidomycosis. It can be assumed that a majority of cases could not be identified, because the symptoms are disguised as other t...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Garcia R,Ugarte G,Vidotto V

更新日期：1991-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A total of 133 Candida spp. strains originating from a group of 100 patients from Santa Casa de Misericórdia of Belo Horizonte, Brazil, between March 1995 and December 1996, were first identified and classified into six different species: Candida albicans (51%), C. tropicalis (33%), C. parapsilosis (8%), C. glabrata (...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Resende JC,de Resende MA,Saliba JL

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two topical formats containing clotrimazole [500 mg single dose vaginal tablet (VT) or 10% single dose vaginal cream (VC) for intravaginal use] combined with additional clotrimazole cream for topical application to the vulval area (Canesten 1 Combi, Bayer AG, Leverkusen, Germany) were compared with oral fluconazole 15...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Mendling W,Krauss C,Fladung B

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The observation of a considerable incidence of fungal infections in oncology patients has promoted a large number of studies both on prophylaxis and treatment in this patient group. Trials using triazoles, especially fluconazole, have shown effect in preventing fungal infections. In neutropenic patients, their role in...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Schuler U,Mölle M,Ehninger G

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Comparative studies were performed to assess the stability and lot-to-lot variation of Blastomyces dermatitidis yeast and mycelial phase lysate antigens. Four lots were prepared from each growth phase of B. dermatitidis strain T-58 (canine isolate) during a 14-month period. Serum specimens from dogs with blastomycosis...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Orr ML,Bono JL,Abuodeh RO,Williams SJ,Legendre AM,Scalarone GM

更新日期：1994-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The in vitro hair perforation test as described by Ajello and George, was applied to eight species of Chrysosporium and one species each of Microsporum and Trichophyton. Six of them were found to perforate hair while four were negative. Chr. keratinophilum, M. gypseum and Tr. vanbreuseghemii were able to perforate and...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Bahuguna S,Kushwaha RK

更新日期：1989-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of onychomycosis with melanonychia due to Candida parapsilosis alone. Candida parapsilosis is now identified in the great majority of candidal onychomycosis, mainly in association with other yeasts. The criteria allowing the distinction between invasion and colonization, the risk factors and the treat...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Gautret P,Rodier MH,Kauffmann-Lacroix C,Jacquemin JL

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hepatic fungal infection is a frequent complication in patients receiving intensive chemotherapy for acute leukaemia. Hepatic lesions may be detected using computerised tomographic (CT) scans, but there is no standardised CT protocol for the diagnosis and follow-up of hepatic fungal infection. We therefore retrospecti...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Petrausch U,Frauenfelder T,Mueller NJ,Arn K,Stussi G,Schanz U

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A total of 1921 specimens from nine clinical sources were examined by direct microscopy and culture to recover yeast associated with human infection. Identification of yeast was based on their carbon assimilation patterns, using API 20C AUX and ID 32 C (bioMérieux, France) commercial kits. A total of 178 specimens (9....

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Abia-Bassey LN,Utsalo SJ

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Among fungi, Curvularia inaequalis is a rare pathogen. We report the first case of non-invasive fungal rhinosinusitis caused by this species. Endoscopic sinus surgery revealed massive polyposis and the presence of viscous eosinophilic mucus that allowed the growth of the fungus. We diagnosed eosinophilic fungal rhinos...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Posteraro B,Scarano E,La Sorda M,Torelli R,De Corso E,Mulé A,Paludetti G,Fadda G,Sanguinetti M

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of photodynamic therapy (PDT) using rose bengal or erythrosine with light emitting diode (LED) on Candida albicans planktonic cultures and biofilms. Seven C. albicans clinical strains and one standard strain (ATCC 18804) were used. Planktonic cultures and biofilms of e...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Costa AC,Rasteiro VM,Pereira CA,Rossoni RD,Junqueira JC,Jorge AO

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The opportunistic black yeast are particularly known through the genus Exophiala, characterised by annellidic budding cells. However, this phenotype is polyphyletic within the order Chaetothyriales. Seventeen generic names are available in the family Herpotrichiellaceae, one of which is Exophiala. Future taxonomy will...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Moussa TAA,Al-Zahrani HS,Kadasa NMS,Moreno LF,Gerrits van den Ende AHG,de Hoog GS,Al-Hatmi AMS

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pomegranate is a wonderful fruit from the paradise which contains a wide variety of precious phytochemical compounds applicable in the fields of therapeutics and health care. Candida albicans is the most common etiological agent for many clinical mycoses which could lead to human and animal death. Determination of the...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Tayel AA,El-Tras WF

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Invasive candidiasis is a common nosocomial infection among critically ill patients, constitutes an important cause of sepsis, and is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. The Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) has created evidence-based guidelines for the management of invasive candidiasis. ...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Hollenbach E

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Detection of serum galactomannan (GM) and (1,3)-β-d-glucan (BG) is considered useful for non-culture diagnosis of invasive pulmonary aspergillosis (IPA) in neutropenic patients. Only few studies evaluated these seromarkers in non-neutropenic patients suspected of having IPA. The aim of this study was to evaluate both ...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Dobias R,Jaworska P,Tomaskova H,Kanova M,Lyskova P,Vrba Z,Holub C,Svobodová L,Hamal P,Raska M

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The MIC values of the antifungal drug ketoconazole were evaluated on 66 Candida albicans strains. These strains were isolated from 26 HIV-1 infected patients with oral recurrent candidosis. Each episode of oral candidosis observed in these patients was orally treated with ketoconazole (200 mg/day) until the clinical d...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Bruatto M,Marinuzzi G,Raiteri R,Sinicco A

更新日期：1992-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Here, a microdilution technique based on the M27-A2 protocol (NCCLS, 2002) was employed to compare the susceptibilities of Candida albicans and Candida dubliniensis to essential oils extracted from plants used as spices. The chemical compositions of the essential oils were defined based on the analysis of retention in...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Pozzatti P,Loreto ES,Lopes PG,Athayde ML,Santurio JM,Alves SH

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Oral follow-up therapy is problematic in moulds with reduced azole-susceptibility, such as azole-resistant Aspergillus fumigatus infection. Currently, only intravenous liposomal amphotericin B (L-AmB) is advocated by guidelines for the treatment of azole-resistant aspergillosis infections. Preclinical resear...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Schauwvlieghe AFAD,Buil JB,Verweij PE,Hoek RAS,Cornelissen JJ,Blijlevens NMA,Henriet SSV,Rijnders BJA,Brüggemann RJM

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fungi have been used for a long time in industrial production. Recent developments in biotechnology have lead to an increased awareness of possible health hazards connected with the use of microorganisms in industries. In order to avoid potential risks by appropriate protective measures it is necessary to assess the m...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Meinhof W,Lüders A,Finkeldey E,Balter A

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors report a case of subcutaneous mucormycosis in a diabetic patient with verrucous lesions in the fourth finger of the right hand. Initially diagnosed as a fixed cutaneous sporotrichosis case, success was obtained with the use of potassium iodide with healing of the lesion in a period of nearly 5 months. At p...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Costa AR,Porto E,Tayah M,Valente NY,Lacaz Cda S,Maranhão WM,Rodrigues MC

更新日期：1990-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cerebral aspergillosis usually occurs in severely immunocompromized hosts, is difficult to diagnose, and has a poor prognosis. After 14 months of chronic meningitis, ventriculitis, choroid plexitis, and lumbar arachnoiditis, which was complicated by acute hydrocephalus, Aspergillus, suspected to be from the candidus g...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Moling O,Lass-Floerl C,Verweij PE,Porte M,Boiron P,Prugger M,Gebert U,Corradini R,Vedovelli C,Rimenti G,Mian P

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) is an established treatment option for patients with a variety of infections who require a period of intravenous therapy, are clinically stable, and do not require continuous monitoring. Many patients with fungal infections require prolonged therapy due to resistance ...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Rae N,Kenny C,Muldoon EG

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reconstituted multilayered oesophageal epithelium appears to be a good basis to test the efficacy of voriconazole (VOR) and fluconazole (FLU) in the tissue. The resulting model of a Candida oesophagitis was approaching the in vivo situation. We infected the tissue with 2 x 10(6) cfu of the Candida albicans strain SC53...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Bernhardt J,Bernhardt H,Knoke M,Ludwig K

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim was to evaluate efficacy and tolerance of a short-schedule treatment regimen using a small dose of itraconazole in pulse intermittently. The open study evaluated the pulse therapy consisting of monthly 1-week cycles of oral itraconazole 200 mg daily for 2-3 consecutive months in 42 patients with onychomycosis....

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Wu J,Wen H,Liao W

更新日期：1997-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors carried out research into anti-Malassezia precipitating antibodies in the population, specifying the distribution by age and sex. A total of 868 serum specimens from subjects of both sexes, aged between 0 and 80 years, were studied. An immunoelectroprecipitation reaction was used using a M. furfur culture ...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Faggi E,Pini G,Campisi E,Gargani G

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 38-year-old woman infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) presented with persistent oral candidosis in which non-albicans Candida strains were the predominant yeasts in most of the examinations performed over a period of 6 years. Oral treatment with fluconazole had no effect on clinical signs of oral candid...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Hoegl L,Thoma-Greber E,Röcken M,Korting HC

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Preservation under sterilized paraffin oil is a suitable method for the long-time maintenance of fungus strains in a medical-mycological laboratory. 140 strains of dermatophytes and moulds were checked for their viability by subculturing them after 2-15 year-storage under paraffin oil without changing the medium in th...

journal_title：Mycoses

authors： Schönborn C

更新日期：1989-07-01 00:00:00