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Name Changes for Fungi of Medical Importance, 2018 to 2019

Andrew M Borman1,2, Elizabeth M Johnson3,2

  • 1UK National Mycology Reference Laboratory, National Infection Service, Public Health England South-West, Bristol, United Kingdom Andy.Borman@nbt.nhs.uk.

Journal of Clinical Microbiology
|October 8, 2020
PubMed

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Recent nomenclature changes for medically important fungi from 2018-2019 are summarized. This includes new species and name revisions, aiming to improve familiarity with correct fungal classification and taxonomy.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Mycology
  • Fungal Taxonomy
  • Microbiology

Background:

  • Accurate fungal nomenclature is crucial for clinical diagnosis and treatment.
  • Recent years have seen significant updates to fungal taxonomy.
  • Keeping medical professionals informed of these changes is essential.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize key nomenclature changes for medically important fungi published in 2018-2019.
  • To facilitate the adoption of correct taxonomic classifications.
  • To aid in distinguishing between new and previously used fungal names.

Main Methods:

  • Review of mycological literature published between 2018 and 2019.
  • Identification of newly described fungal species.
  • Documentation of revised names for existing fungal taxa.

Main Results:

  • Several new fungal species of medical relevance have been identified.
  • Existing fungal names have been revised, impacting common pathogens.
  • Widespread adoption of some name changes has occurred rapidly.

Conclusions:

  • Ongoing updates in fungal nomenclature require continuous attention from the medical community.
  • Reporting both new and current names aids in the transition to correct taxonomic classification.
  • Familiarity with updated fungal taxonomy is vital for accurate medical practice.
Keywords:
Candidaclassificationrevisionstaxonomy

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