The persistence of multifocal colonisation by a single ABC genotype of Candida albicans may predict the transition from commensalism to infection

The persistence of multifocal colonisation by a single ABC genotype of Candida albicans may predict the transition from commensalism to infection

Candida albicans is a common member of the human microbiota and may cause invasive disease in susceptible populations. Several risk factors have been proposed for candidaemia acquisition. Previous Candida multifocal colonisation among hospitalised patients may be crucial for the successful establish...

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Main Authors: Guilherme Maranhão Chaves, Fernanda Pahim Santos, Arnaldo Lopes Colombo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Fundação Oswaldo Cruz (FIOCRUZ) 2012-03-01
Series:Memorias do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz
Subjects:
Candida albicans
genotyping
colonisation
bloodstream infection
strain maintenance or replacement
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