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Abstract
Candida albicans, the most common pathogenic fungus, can form biofilms on the surface of medical devices and often causes bloodstream infections. Biofilms have a complex structure composed of microorganisms and a surrounding extracellular matrix. Biofilms are difficult to treat because they are resistant to antifungal drugs and the host environment. Nearly one in four patients with candidemia have a polymicrobial infection. These polymicrobial biofilms, especially those comprising cross-kingdom species of fungi and bacteria, can lead to long hospital stays and high mortality rates. This review outlines the unique interactions of dual-species biofilms with Candida albicans and the clinically important bacteria Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Escherichia coli.
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The Medical Mycology Journal is published by and is the official organ of the Japanese Society for Medical Mycology. The Journal publishes original papers, reviews, and brief reports on topics related to medical and veterinary mycology.
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