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Histological Quantification to Determine Lung Fungal Burden in Experimental Aspergillosis
Published on: March 9, 2018
Diagnosis, classification, and therapeutic interventions for sinopulmonary Aspergillosis
Matthew William McCarthy1, Daniel Aguilar-Zapata2, Vidmantas Petraitis2
1a Hospital Medicine , Joan and Sanford I Weill Medical College of Cornell University Ringgold standard institution , New York , NY , USA.
Introduction:
Sinopulmonary aspergillosis represents a diverse collection of allergic, invasive, and chronic sinus and respiratory conditions. These diseases can affect patients with and without immune impairment and in some cases may be life-threatening. Areas covered: We review the diagnosis, classification, and therapeutic options available to treat sinopulmonary aspergillosis and look ahead to emerging diagnostic and therapeutic options that may soon play an important role in clinical practice. Expert commentary: Histopathology and tissue culture remain the gold standard for the diagnosis of invasive sinopulmonary aspergillosis, but several new molecular detection methods have recently emerged, including various PCR-based platforms, MALDI-TOF, and lateral flow assays. We examine these methodologies as well as the barriers associated with the standardization, validation, and implementation. We also explore the pipeline of antifungal agents in development to treat sinopulmonary aspergillosis.
Insights
Sinopulmonary aspergillosis encompasses various fungal conditions affecting the sinuses and respiratory system. Emerging molecular diagnostics and novel antifungal treatments offer improved management for these potentially life-threatening diseases.
Area of Science:
- Medical Mycology
- Infectious Diseases
- Pulmonology
- Allergy and Immunology
Background:
- Sinopulmonary aspergillosis includes allergic, invasive, and chronic conditions of the sinuses and respiratory tract.
- These fungal diseases can impact both immunocompromised and immunocompetent individuals.
- Some forms of sinopulmonary aspergillosis can be life-threatening.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for sinopulmonary aspergillosis.
- To explore emerging diagnostic tools and novel antifungal agents.
- To discuss challenges in implementing new diagnostic methodologies.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on sinopulmonary aspergillosis diagnosis and treatment.
- Examination of histopathology and tissue culture as gold standards.
- Analysis of novel molecular detection methods (PCR, MALDI-TOF, lateral flow assays) and antifungal pipeline.
Main Results:
- Histopathology and tissue culture are established diagnostic standards for invasive disease.
- New molecular diagnostic platforms are emerging, offering potential for earlier detection.
- A pipeline of new antifungal agents is under development for improved treatment options.
Conclusions:
- Accurate diagnosis of sinopulmonary aspergillosis is crucial for effective management.
- Emerging molecular diagnostics and novel therapeutics show promise for clinical practice.
- Addressing standardization and validation barriers is key for implementing new diagnostic methods.
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