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    • Dermatology
    • Infectious Diseases

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    • Dermatophytosis is a common superficial fungal infection.
    • Trichophyton rubrum is a leading cause of dermatophytosis globally.
    • Accurate identification of causative agents is crucial for effective treatment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine the prevalence of different dermatophyte species in a clinical setting.
    • To identify the most common dermatophyte species encountered by clinicians.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of laboratory data.
    • Identification of fungal isolates using standard mycological techniques.
    • Data collection on patient demographics and infection sites.

    Main Results:

    • Trichophyton rubrum was identified as the most common dermatophyte species.
    • Prevalence data for other dermatophyte species were also recorded.
    • Analysis of infection distribution across different body sites.

    Conclusions:

    • Trichophyton rubrum is the predominant dermatophyte species encountered in this study.
    • Findings underscore the importance of T. rubrum in the context of dermatophytosis.
    • Clinical management strategies should prioritize addressing T. rubrum infections.