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[A study on urinary fungal infection].

H Takeuchi, Y Arai, T Konami

    Hinyokika Kiyo. Acta Urologica Japonica
    |October 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    This study on urinary fungal infections found Candida albicans to be most common. Treatment involved addressing predisposing factors and antifungal medications, with most cases resolving successfully.

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    Area of Science:

    • Urology
    • Mycology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Urinary tract fungal infections pose a significant clinical challenge.
    • Identifying common fungal species and predisposing factors is crucial for effective management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the characteristics and outcomes of 20 urinary fungal infection cases.
    • To evaluate the efficacy of different treatment strategies.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 20 patient cases with urinary fungal infections over two years.
    • Identification of causative fungal species and associated predisposing factors.
    • Review of treatment interventions, including factor elimination, antifungal medications, and irrigation.

    Main Results:

    • Candida albicans was the most frequently isolated fungus, followed by Torulopsis glabrata and Candida tropicalis.
    • Common predisposing factors included antibiotic use, indwelling catheters, and obstructive uropathy.
    • Five cases resolved with factor elimination alone; 15 cases required pharmacotherapy (sodium bicarbonate, 5-fluorocytosine) and/or amphotericin B irrigation.
    • One case of bilateral renal torulopsiosis progressed to renal failure, and four patients died from their primary condition.

    Conclusions:

    • Urinary fungal infections are often associated with specific predisposing factors and commonly involve Candida species.
    • A combination of addressing predisposing factors and targeted antifungal therapy can lead to successful outcomes.
    • Severe cases, such as bilateral renal torulopsiosis, carry a risk of significant morbidity and mortality.

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