Biofilm Formation and Antifungal Susceptibility Profile of Candida Species Responsible for Vulvovaginal Candidiasis in Pregnant and Non-Pregnant Women visiting a Tertiary Care Hospital in Southern India
Most bacteria and fungi are capable of producing biofilms, enabling them to thrive in nature on distinct surfaces. Biofilm formation stands out as one of the most prominent virulence mechanisms that contribute to the infection’s chronicity by functioning as a defense against antimicrobials and host...
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Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology
2024-03-01
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Series: | Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology |
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Online Access: | https://microbiologyjournal.org/biofilm-formation-and-antifungal-susceptibility-profile-of-candida-species-responsible-for-vulvovaginal-candidiasis-in-pregnant-and-non-pregnant-women-visiting-a-tertiary-care-hospital-in-southern-ind/ |