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[Therapy of systemic candidiasis]

F Meunier1

  • 1European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer EORTC, Central Office, Brüssel, Belgien.

Mycoses
|January 1, 1994
PubMed
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Deep-seated candidosis, a common invasive fungal infection, has seen reduced mortality due to early antifungal treatments. New therapies like lipid formulations of amphotericin B and triazoles offer improved outcomes for invasive fungal infections.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Mycology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Clinical Pharmacology

Context:

  • Deep-seated candidosis is a significant opportunistic infection in immunocompromised patients (cancer, AIDS, organ transplant recipients).
  • Distinguishing clinical entities of candidosis is crucial for effective diagnosis and treatment.
  • Mortality from candidemia has decreased from 80% to 40% due to advancements in antifungal strategies.

Purpose:

  • To review the current landscape of invasive fungal infections, focusing on candidosis.
  • To highlight progress in diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions for candidosis.
  • To discuss the efficacy of novel antifungal agents and administration methods.

Summary:

  • Invasive fungal infections, particularly deep-seated candidosis, pose a threat to vulnerable patient populations.

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  • Significant reductions in candidemia-related mortality have been achieved through early empiric antifungal therapy and prophylaxis.
  • Newer antifungal agents, including lipid formulations of amphotericin B, fluconazole, and itraconazole, offer improved treatment options.
  • Fluconazole demonstrates efficacy in prophylaxis and treatment of various candidosis forms, while itraconazole shows promise in invasive cases.
  • Oral systemic therapies facilitate ambulatory treatment, emphasizing the mandatory nature of antifungal treatment for all fungemia cases.

    • Impact:

    • Improved patient outcomes and reduced mortality associated with invasive candidosis.
    • Enhanced therapeutic strategies for managing opportunistic fungal infections in high-risk groups.
    • Potential for wider application of effective and accessible antifungal treatments, including oral options.