Related Experiment Video
Updated: Aug 10, 2026

Non-invasive Imaging of Disseminated Candidiasis in Zebrafish Larvae
Published on: July 30, 2012
The central nervous system and infection by Candida species
J Sánchez-Portocarrero1, E Pérez-Cecilia, O Corral
1Department of Medicine, European University of Madrid, Villaviciosa De Odón, 28670, Madrid, Spain. jorge.sanchez@ema.cisa.uem.es
Abstract:
In this paper we have reviewed the main clinico-pathologic disease groups of neurocandidiasis: the microabscesses, the macroabscesses, and the meningitis. Special attention has been paid to the predisposing conditions for the appearance of neurocandidiasis, the neuroimaging techniques, and the study of the cerebrospinal fluid, needed for diagnosis. We have also discussed the differential diagnosis with other illnesses. Treatment should be given with amphotericin-B and 5-fluorocytosine. The use of other antifungal drugs for neurocandidiasis is also discussed.
Related Concept Videos
Factors Affecting the Risk of Infection
The integrity and count of the white blood cells help the body resist pathogens and fight infection. When impaired, it reduces the body's resistance to pathogens. The acidic pH levels of the gastrointestinal, genitourinary tracts, and skin create...
Bacterial Meningitis
Viral Meningitis
Cytomegalovirus Disease
Cryptococcal Meningitis
Candidiasis

