Work

Assessment of asymptomatic fungal infections in COVID-19 positive and COVID-19 negative pneumonia: A comprehensive epidemiological analysis

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the impact of secondary fungal infections on patient outcomes. This single-center study explores asymptomatic fungal infections in COVID-19-positive and COVID-19-negative pneumonia cases, elucidating the intricate relationship between viral respiratory illnesses and fungal co-infections. Methods: Conducted at a single center, this cross-sectional study examines the prevalence, risk factors, and clinical implications of asymptomatic fungal infections in patients with COVID-19-positive and COVID-19-negative pneumonia. Various demographic, clinical, and laboratory parameters were analyzed. Results: value of 0.016309. Furthermore, COVID-19-positive patients exhibited distinct clinical characteristics, including increased use of remdesivir (94%), higher rates of invasive mechanical ventilation (36%), and a prolonged hospital stay (14.29 days). Conclusion: This study sheds light on the heightened vulnerability to asymptomatic fungal infections in COVID-19-positive pneumonia cases. Understanding these infections prevalence and their associated factors is crucial for comprehensive patient care and may influence treatment strategies, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions in viral respiratory illnesses.

Source: Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care

DOI: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_2033_23

Authors: Dheerendra Kumar Mishra, Pramod Kushwaha, Pooja Gangwar, Ajeet Singh, Umesh Pratap Singh

Institutions: Shyam Shah Medical College, Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College

Language: English

Topic: COVID-19 Clinical Research Studies

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $450