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Fungaemia caused by Candida pulcherrima
Laszlo Bereczki1, N Bartha, S Kocsubé
1Institute of Clinical Microbiology, Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical Centre, University of Szeged, Semmelweisutca 6, H-6725 Szeged, Hungary. bereczki.laszlo1@gmail.com
Medical Mycology
|December 14, 2011
Summary
A rare Candida pulcherrima bloodstream infection occurred in a premature infant. Antifungal susceptibility testing guided successful treatment, highlighting a potential source from parenteral nutrition catheters.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal Medicine
- Mycology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Neonatal bloodstream infections (BSI) are a significant concern in premature infants.
- While Candida species are common causes of fungal BSI, specific species may present unique challenges.
Observation:
- This report details a case of invasive fungaemia caused by Candida pulcherrima in a premature neonate.
- The infection was persistent and presumed to originate from a colonized central venous catheter used for parenteral nutrition.
Findings:
- Antifungal susceptibility testing was crucial in identifying effective treatment options.
- Successful therapeutic outcomes were achieved based on the susceptibility data.
Implications:
- This case expands the known spectrum of Candida species causing invasive neonatal infections.
- Highlights the importance of accurate fungal identification and susceptibility testing in managing neonatal fungaemia.
- Suggests vigilance for catheter-related infections in neonates, even with less common fungal pathogens.
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