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[Septicemia caused by Malassezia furfur]
H Bjerregaard-Andersen1, B Bengtsson, L Bøgelund
1Esbjerg Centralsygehus, klinisk mikrobiologisk afdeling.
Ugeskrift for Laeger
|July 5, 1993
Summary
Malassezia furfur, a lipophilic yeast, can cause bloodstream infections (septicaemia) in newborns receiving intravenous nutrition. Early consideration is crucial due to diagnostic challenges, especially in premature infants.
Area of Science:
- Medical Mycology
- Neonatal Intensive Care
Background:
- Malassezia furfur is a lipophilic yeast.
- It commonly causes pityriasis versicolor.
- This yeast has a predilection for lipid-containing solutions and indwelling catheters.