Routine processing procedures for isolating filamentous fungi from respiratory sputum samples may underestimate fungal prevalence.
Colonization of the airways by filamentous fungi can occur in asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and cystic fibrosis. A recent study found IgE sensitization to Aspergillus fumigatus to be associated with reduced lung function. Significantly higher rates of A. fumigatus were detecte...
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| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
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2012
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