Human infections with Microsporum persicolor in Denmark

Area of Science:

• Medical Mycology
• Dermatophytosis
• Veterinary Dermatology

Background:

• Microsporum persicolor is a zoophilic dermatophyte with a known geographical distribution primarily in Europe.
• Human infections caused by M. persicolor are infrequently reported.
• Understanding the epidemiology and clinical manifestations of M. persicolor is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the geographical and ecological spread of Microsporum persicolor.
• To describe the clinical features, mycological findings, and treatment of twelve Danish cases of M. persicolor infection.
• To analyze the localization of M. persicolor infections based on current data and existing literature.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of M. persicolor's geographical and ecological spread.
• Clinical and mycological case study of twelve patients with M. persicolor infection in Denmark.
• Comparative analysis of clinical data from the Danish cases and 58 reported cases from the literature.

Main Results:

• Microsporum persicolor is confirmed as a zoophilic dermatophyte predominantly found in Europe.
• Human infections with M. persicolor are rare.
• The study presents detailed clinical and mycological data for twelve Danish cases, including infection localization and treatment outcomes.

Conclusions:

• Microsporum persicolor is a zoophilic dermatophyte primarily prevalent in Europe, with human infections being uncommon.
• The twelve Danish cases provide valuable insights into the clinical presentation and management of M. persicolor infections.
• Further research into the transmission dynamics and host-pathogen interactions of M. persicolor is warranted.