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[Isolation of Candida spp. from ascites in cirrhotic patients]
Paula Saludes1, Cristina Araguás2, Jordi Sánchez-Delgado3
1Servicio de Medicina Intensiva, Hospital Universitari Parc Taulí, Sabadell, Barcelona, España.
Abstract:
The isolation of Candida spp. in ascites of cirrhotic patients is an uncommon situation in clinical practice. Factors that have been associated with increased susceptibility to primary fungal peritonitis are exposure to broad-spectrum antibiotics and immunosuppression, a typical situation of these patients. We report seven episodes of Candida spp. isolation in ascites of cirrhotic patients detected in our hospital during the past 15years.
Insights
Candida species in ascites fluid is rare in cirrhosis patients. This study reports seven cases of fungal peritonitis in cirrhotic individuals over 15 years, highlighting an uncommon clinical occurrence.
Area of Science:
- Medical Microbiology
- Hepatology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Candida species isolation in ascites fluid of cirrhotic patients is infrequent.
- Cirrhotic patients often have risk factors for fungal peritonitis, including antibiotic exposure and immunosuppression.
- Primary fungal peritonitis is an uncommon complication in liver cirrhosis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report on the occurrence of Candida species isolation in ascites of cirrhotic patients.
- To document the incidence of fungal peritonitis in a specific patient cohort over a 15-year period.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of patient records.
- Identification of Candida species from ascites fluid samples.
- Review of clinical data for cirrhotic patients over a 15-year period.
Main Results:
- Seven episodes of Candida species isolation in ascites were identified.
- The cases occurred in cirrhotic patients over a 15-year duration.
- This represents an uncommon clinical finding in the studied population.
Conclusions:
- Candida species isolation in ascites of cirrhotic patients is a rare event.
- The findings underscore the importance of considering fungal infections in cirrhotic patients with ascites.
- Further research may elucidate specific risk factors and optimal management strategies.
