Year: 2007
Type: article
Abstract: Candidiasis is a mycotic infection and the most important etiological agent isCandida albicans, a commensal of the mucosae in human beings. The clinical manifestationsare usually limited to skin, nails, mucosae and gastrointestinal tract, it rarely can be systemicand affect multiple internal organs. The purpose of this paper is to review and describe themycological characteristics of Candida`s infections, its predisposing factors, as well as itspathogenesis and mycological diagnosis. We also include the current availablepharmacological treatments.
Source: Revista mexicana de micología
Authors: Janeth Villanueva Reyes, Roberto Arenas
Language: Spanish
Subfield: Infectious Diseases
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W1823185982