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  • Mycology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Clinical Medicine

Background:

  • Mold bloodstream infections are uncommon but associated with high mortality rates.
  • Lomentospora prolificans and Scedosporium species are particularly virulent fungal pathogens.
  • Effective management strategies for these infections remain a challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the clinical characteristics and outcomes of mold bloodstream infections.
  • To identify risk factors associated with mortality in patients with these infections.
  • To underscore the importance of timely diagnosis and treatment.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 84 episodes of mold bloodstream infections over a 20-year period.
  • Evaluation of patient demographics, clinical data, and treatment outcomes.
  • Statistical analysis to identify factors correlating with 30-day mortality.

Main Results:

  • The overall 30-day mortality rate was 38%.
  • Increased mortality was significantly associated with underlying cancer, intensive care unit (ICU) admission, and healthcare-onset infections.
  • Lomentospora prolificans and Scedosporium spp. were identified as key causative agents.

Conclusions:

  • Mold bloodstream infections, particularly those caused by Lomentospora prolificans and Scedosporium, carry a substantial mortality risk.
  • Prompt identification of high-risk patients (e.g., those with cancer, in the ICU, or with healthcare-onset infections) is crucial.
  • Enhanced diagnostic and therapeutic approaches are essential for improving patient outcomes.