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Candida auris: A Review of Recommendations for Detection and Control in Healthcare Settings
Diego H Caceres1, Kaitlin Forsberg1,2, Rory M Welsh1
1Mycotic Diseases Branch, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA.
Abstract:
Candida auris is an emerging multidrug-resistant fungal pathogen. Since first reported in 2009, C. auris has caused healthcare outbreaks around the world, often involving high mortality. Identification of C. auris has been a major challenge as many common conventional laboratory methods cannot accurately detect it. Early detection and implementation of infection control practices can prevent its spread. The aim of this review is to describe recommendations for the detection and control of C. auris in healthcare settings.
Insights
Candida auris, a multidrug-resistant fungus, causes global healthcare outbreaks. This review details detection and control strategies for Candida auris in medical settings to prevent its spread.
Area of Science:
- Medical Mycology
- Infectious Disease Epidemiology
- Healthcare Infection Control
Background:
- Candida auris is an emerging multidrug-resistant fungal pathogen.
- Since its emergence in 2009, C. auris has caused global healthcare outbreaks with high mortality.
- Accurate identification of C. auris is challenging with conventional laboratory methods.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and describe recommendations for the detection of Candida auris.
- To outline strategies for the control of Candida auris in healthcare settings.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of scientific articles and guidelines.
- Synthesis of current knowledge on C. auris detection and control.
- Development of evidence-based recommendations.
Main Results:
- Challenges in accurate laboratory identification of C. auris were highlighted.
- Effective infection control practices are crucial for preventing C. auris spread.
- Recommendations for early detection and management are presented.
Conclusions:
- Early and accurate detection of Candida auris is vital.
- Implementing robust infection control measures is essential to manage C. auris outbreaks.
- This review provides a framework for healthcare facilities to combat C. auris.
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