The Prevalence and Risk Factors of Trichosporonosis at King Abdulaziz University Hospital

Fungal infections, especially those caused have emerged as a significant medical concern over the past three decades, particularly among immunocompromised patients. However, recent studies have highlighted the increasing prevalence of fungal infections resembling yeast other than , such as trichospo...

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Veröffentlicht in:International journal of general medicine 2024-04, Vol.17, p.1297-1310
Hauptverfasser: Alboloshi, Ghassan J, Jiman-Fatani, Asif A, Attallah, Dalya, Mokhtar, Jawahir A, Al-Abdullah, Nabeela Abdullah, Alkuwaity, Khalil, Kaki, Reham, Al-Rabia, Mohammed W, Alfadil, Abdelbagi, Ibrahem, Karem, Teklemariam, Addisu D, Harakeh, Steve
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Zusammenfassung:Fungal infections, especially those caused have emerged as a significant medical concern over the past three decades, particularly among immunocompromised patients. However, recent studies have highlighted the increasing prevalence of fungal infections resembling yeast other than , such as trichosporonosis, especially among immunosuppressed individuals worldwide. has been identified as a significant contributor to superficial and invasive infections. Invasive trichosporonosis, primarily affecting immunocompromised patients, poses a significant threat with high mortality rates. The current study aimed to explore the clinical epidemiology of spp at King Abdulaziz University Hospital (KAUH) in Saudi Arabia. This retrospective study aimed to assess the clinical epidemiology of spp. infections in microbiology cultures obtained from KAUH in Saudi Arabia. The study analyzed data from patients over a five-year period, focusing on demographic, clinical, and microbiological characteristics. This study encompassed 21 participants, categorized into four distinct age groups. Moreover, this study indicated as the predominant species isolated, accounting for 90.5% of infections, followed by (9.5%). ICU hospitalization, diabetes mellitus, taking immunosuppressive drugs, and antifungal drugs, and the use of invasive medical equipment were identified as prominent risk factors for trichosporonosis. Urinary tract infections were the most common clinical presentation, particularly among male and elderly patients. Mortality rates were high, especially among older individuals. This study contributes valuable epidemiological insights into trichosporonosis, highlighting the need for enhanced surveillance and preventive strategies in healthcare settings. Further research is warranted to optimize treatment approaches and infection control measures, ultimately reducing the burden of infections on patient outcomes.
ISSN:1178-7074
1178-7074
DOI:10.2147/IJGM.S449511