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A case of flexor tenosynovitis caused by Cyberlindnera rhodanensis – First reported human infection

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: , a yeast in the Saccharomycetales order that has never been reported to cause infections in humans. The yeast grew in routine culture and was sent to a reference laboratory for identification and susceptibility testing. The patient ultimately received six surgeries and five months of antifungal therapy, including micafungin and voriconazole, before clinical resolution.

Source: Medical Mycology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.mmcr.2024.100673

Authors: Sarah Kim, Stephanie Spivack

Institution: Temple University Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Fungal Infections and Studies

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $650