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Research Article: Clinical and Microbiological Characteristics of Candidemia Cases in Saudi Arabia

Date Published: 2023-07-10

Introduction:
The prevalence of Candida as a nosocomial bloodstream pathogen is increasing. Candidemia is a devastating disease with high morbidity and mortality rates. Candida species (spp.) distribution in bloodstream infections varies across geographical areas. Until recently, Candida albicans has been the most commonly isolated species. However, a recent shift toward non- albicans Candida (NAC) is described. A meta-analysis in by Koehler et al demonstrated variability among Candida species in European countries, with an…

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