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Metagenomic next-generation sequencing for diagnosis of severe pneumonia caused by Nocardia otitidiscaviarum. 新一代宏基因组测序诊断中耳诺卡菌引起的重症肺炎。
IF 1.2 4区 医学
Journal of Infection in Developing Countries Pub Date : 2025-08-31 DOI: 10.3855/jidc.20869
Shao-Kang Wang, Xiao-Ting Zhang, Yue-E Liu, Mei-Tang Wang
{"title":"Metagenomic next-generation sequencing for diagnosis of severe pneumonia caused by Nocardia otitidiscaviarum.","authors":"Shao-Kang Wang, Xiao-Ting Zhang, Yue-E Liu, Mei-Tang Wang","doi":"10.3855/jidc.20869","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3855/jidc.20869","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Nocardia spp. are Gram-positive, aerobic actinomycetes, which can cause pulmonary, primary cutaneous, and lymphocutaneous infections. However, severe pneumonia caused by Nocardia otitidiscaviarum has rare reported.</p><p><strong>Patient concerns: </strong>In this case report, a 73-year-old female presented with a 7-day history of fever, cough, followed by a 1-day history of dyspnea. Both lungs showed patchy shadows on a chest CT scan. Bronchoalveolar lavage and mNGS were performed for the rapid diagnosis of the Nocardia otitidiscaviarum induced infection.</p><p><strong>Diagnosis: </strong>Community-acquired pneumonia was diagnosed following clinical assessment, including characteristic physical examination findings, abnormal laboratory results, and consolidations observed on CT imaging. And the evidence of pathogen was supplied by mNGS.</p><p><strong>Interventions: </strong>The anti-infection therapy regimen was: trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (1.44 g q6h) for 3 months according to the detection of the Nocardia otitidiscaviarum.</p><p><strong>Outcomes: </strong>After 3 months of follow-up, the patient has a good outcome and chest CT suggested that the inflammation in the lungs had been almost absorbed.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Rapid pathogen identification is pivotal for enhancing clinical outcomes and survival in severe pneumonia patients. This case report presents an exceptional case of severe pneumonia caused by Nocardia otitidiscaviarum and the uncommon potential occurrence of human-to-human transmission. mNGS could help avoid misdiagnosis and mistreatment in clinical practice.</p>","PeriodicalId":49160,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Infection in Developing Countries","volume":"19 8","pages":"1269-1275"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-08-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145024544","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Monkeypox infection in pregnancy, maternal and fetal outcomes: a systematic review. 猴痘感染在妊娠、母体和胎儿结局:系统回顾。
IF 1.2 4区 医学
Journal of Infection in Developing Countries Pub Date : 2025-08-31 DOI: 10.3855/jidc.21855
Jose Camones-Huerta, Alexander Cordero-Campos, Alheli Cuya-Sahua, Susana Guzmán-Carrasco, Leslie Condori-Quispe, Karina Chin-Wu, Gustavo Quispe-Villegas, Mónica Flores-Noriega
{"title":"Monkeypox infection in pregnancy, maternal and fetal outcomes: a systematic review.","authors":"Jose Camones-Huerta, Alexander Cordero-Campos, Alheli Cuya-Sahua, Susana Guzmán-Carrasco, Leslie Condori-Quispe, Karina Chin-Wu, Gustavo Quispe-Villegas, Mónica Flores-Noriega","doi":"10.3855/jidc.21855","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3855/jidc.21855","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Monkeypox (mpox) is an emerging infectious disease with increasing global incidence. Limited evidence exists regarding its impact on pregnancy and perinatal outcomes, especially in low-resource settings. The objective was to systematically synthesize current evidence on maternal and fetal outcomes associated with mpox infection during pregnancy.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>A systematic review was conducted following the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Embase (as of 4 September 2024) databases were searched. Case reports, case series, cohorts, and observational designs were included. Duplicates were removed using Rayyan. Only 6 studies (out of 471) met the eligibility criteria. A descriptive analysis was conducted due to heterogeneity and small sample sizes.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 6 studies were included (4 from US, 1 from Spain, 1 from Democratic Republic of Congo), comprising 33 pregnant women aged 18-29 years. Mpox was confirmed by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) in 32 cases. The clinical symptoms included vesicular rash, genital lesions, and systemic manifestations. No maternal deaths were reported. Adverse fetal outcomes included miscarriage (9.1%), stillbirth (6.1%), and 4 intrauterine deaths. Most pregnancies (84.8%) resulted in live births. The reported complications included oligohydramnios, cholestasis, chorioamnionitis, and fetal tachycardia. One study confirmed vertical transmission via placental and fetal tissue analysis.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Mpox infection during pregnancy is associated with significant risk of adverse perinatal outcomes. Although current evidence is limited, these findings highlight the urgent need for more robust data to inform clinical and public health guidance.</p>","PeriodicalId":49160,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Infection in Developing Countries","volume":"19 8","pages":"1216-1222"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-08-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145024534","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Post COVID attitude, intent, awareness and preparedness of public to combat monkeypox infection in Odisha state, India. 印度奥里萨邦公众抗击猴痘感染的态度、意图、意识和准备。
IF 1.2 4区 医学
Journal of Infection in Developing Countries Pub Date : 2025-08-31 DOI: 10.3855/jidc.21212
Abdullah S Alanazi, Dibya S Panda, Ranjan K Giri, Iswori P Padhy, Ameeduzzafar Zafar, Pratap K Sahu, Shaliputra P Magar
{"title":"Post COVID attitude, intent, awareness and preparedness of public to combat monkeypox infection in Odisha state, India.","authors":"Abdullah S Alanazi, Dibya S Panda, Ranjan K Giri, Iswori P Padhy, Ameeduzzafar Zafar, Pratap K Sahu, Shaliputra P Magar","doi":"10.3855/jidc.21212","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3855/jidc.21212","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic highlighted the importance of public knowledge, vaccination, government preparedness, and a strong healthcare system in managing infectious diseases. Recently, monkeypox (mpox) cases have emerged globally. This study aimed to assess: (i) the public knowledge related to COVID-19 and its translation into preventive behavior, and (ii) the preparedness of the government and healthcare providers in addressing mpox.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>An online survey was conducted among the adults in Odisha, India. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 26.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Most participants recognized mpox as a viral infection transmitted between animals and humans. Awareness of its cause and symptoms was generally good. However, knowledge about vaccine availability and treatment was limited. The COVID-19 experience positively influenced attitudes toward vaccination, trust in the World Health Organization (WHO) guidance, preventive behavior, and digital health adoption. Despite this, participants felt that the government's response to mpox lacked sufficient preparedness.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>These findings highlight gaps in awareness and government readiness. They emphasize the need for stronger preventive strategies to avoid future epidemics or pandemics.</p>","PeriodicalId":49160,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Infection in Developing Countries","volume":"19 8","pages":"1152-1158"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-08-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145024616","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Impact of Epstein-Barr virus infection on the development and prognosis of allergic purpura. eb病毒感染对过敏性紫癜发展及预后的影响。
IF 1.2 4区 医学
Journal of Infection in Developing Countries Pub Date : 2025-08-31 DOI: 10.3855/jidc.21020
Zinian Zhao, Ying Zhang, Jing Han, Rong Ren, Guangming Li, Jinyu Yang
{"title":"Impact of Epstein-Barr virus infection on the development and prognosis of allergic purpura.","authors":"Zinian Zhao, Ying Zhang, Jing Han, Rong Ren, Guangming Li, Jinyu Yang","doi":"10.3855/jidc.21020","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3855/jidc.21020","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>This study aimed to examine the impact of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection on the occurrence and prognosis of Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HSP).</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>A total of 120 children diagnosed with HSP were selected as the experimental group, and 100 healthy children who underwent physical examinations were the control group. We compared renal function markers and quantified 24-hour urine protein in HSP children with different EBV infection statuses, and analyzed the association between EBV infection and Henoch-Schönlein purpura nephritis (HSPN).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The detection rate of EBV-DNA load in the experimental group (30.83%) was significantly higher than that in the control group (10.00%) (p < 0.05). Among children with HSP, the detection rate of EBV-DNA load was significantly higher in those with abdominal involvement compared to those with joint or mixed types (p < 0.05). Serum levels of serum creatinine, blood urea nitrogen, and urine protein quantification were significantly higher in the EBV-positive group than in the EBV-negative group (p < 0.05). The detection rate of EBV-DNA load was significantly higher in the HSPN group compared to the non-HSPN group (p < 0.05). The detection rate of EBV-DNA load was significantly higher in the recurrence group than in the non-recurrence group (p < 0.05), and it was also higher in the relapse group compared to the non-relapse group (p < 0.05).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>EBV infection is associated with the development of HSP; and gastrointestinal, joint, and renal damage. It is also an early warning sign for disease recurrence, which highlights its clinical significance.</p>","PeriodicalId":49160,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Infection in Developing Countries","volume":"19 8","pages":"1223-1230"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-08-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145024568","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Pneumonia, a pulmonary abscess, and an empyema caused by Parvimonas micra. 肺炎,肺脓肿,以及由微小微小单胞菌引起的脓肿。
IF 1.2 4区 医学
Journal of Infection in Developing Countries Pub Date : 2025-08-31 DOI: 10.3855/jidc.20550
Yuxiang Li, Xia Wang, Lidi Zhang, Yanxia Huang, Yong'an Liu
{"title":"Pneumonia, a pulmonary abscess, and an empyema caused by Parvimonas micra.","authors":"Yuxiang Li, Xia Wang, Lidi Zhang, Yanxia Huang, Yong'an Liu","doi":"10.3855/jidc.20550","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3855/jidc.20550","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Pneumonia with an empyema caused by anaerobic bacteria is rare but can be life-threatening, especially in immunocompromised patients.</p><p><strong>Case presentation: </strong>A 67-year-old man with diabetes and hypertension who presented with pneumonia and pleural effusion and was unresponsive to initial broad-spectrum antibiotics is presented. Next-generation sequencing identified Parvimonas micra and other pathogens. Therefore, targeted therapy with levornidazole was initiated. The patient's condition improved significantly after this treatment.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This case highlights the importance of considering anaerobic bacteria in immunocompromised patients and the utility of next-generation sequencing in identifying atypical pathogens.</p>","PeriodicalId":49160,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Infection in Developing Countries","volume":"19 8","pages":"1262-1268"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-08-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145024613","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Cytomegalovirus and Epstein-Barr Virus reactivation in steroid-refractory immune checkpoint inhibitor colitis. 巨细胞病毒和eb病毒在类固醇难治性免疫检查点抑制剂结肠炎中的再激活。
IF 1.2 4区 医学
Journal of Infection in Developing Countries Pub Date : 2025-08-31 DOI: 10.3855/jidc.21109
Joyce Sanyour, Bassem Awada, Ahmad Mattar, Rasha Matar, Nausheen Yaqoub, Ibrahim Al Haddabi, Khalid Al-Baimani, Issa Qarshoubi
{"title":"Cytomegalovirus and Epstein-Barr Virus reactivation in steroid-refractory immune checkpoint inhibitor colitis.","authors":"Joyce Sanyour, Bassem Awada, Ahmad Mattar, Rasha Matar, Nausheen Yaqoub, Ibrahim Al Haddabi, Khalid Al-Baimani, Issa Qarshoubi","doi":"10.3855/jidc.21109","DOIUrl":"10.3855/jidc.21109","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Cytomegalovirus (CMV) and Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) reactivation are known complications in immunocompromised hosts, particularly transplant recipients. However, their occurrence and clinical implications in patients with solid tumors remain underexplored. The introduction of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) has transformed cancer therapy, but immune-related adverse events (irAEs), including colitis, are increasingly recognized. The potential role of viral reactivation in exacerbating these toxicities is not well established.</p><p><strong>Cases presentation: </strong>We report two cases of patients with solid tumors treated with ICIs who developed severe, refractory immune-related colitis. Extensive evaluation revealed markedly elevated CMV and EBV viral loads in colonic biopsies, confirmed by histopathology. Both patients showed significant clinical and endoscopic improvement following antiviral therapy with ganciclovir, highlighting the role of CMV and EBV in modulating the severity of ICI-induced colitis.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>CMV and EBV reactivation may contribute to the persistence or worsening of ICI-induced colitis. Early recognition and treatment of viral reactivation in patients with irAEs may improve outcomes. Clinical judgment and serial viral monitoring are essential for guiding management decisions.</p>","PeriodicalId":49160,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Infection in Developing Countries","volume":"19 8","pages":"1276-1282"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-08-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145024603","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Bloodstream infections in older cancer patients: epidemiology and risk factors for mortality. 老年癌症患者的血液感染:流行病学和死亡危险因素。
IF 1.2 4区 医学
Journal of Infection in Developing Countries Pub Date : 2025-08-31 DOI: 10.3855/jidc.21222
Sabahat Çeken, Nurhayat Yılmaz, Can Hüseyin Hekimoğlu, Göknur Yapar Toros, Ayşegül İlhan Güleşen, Emine Merve Savaş, Burcu Altunay, Ebru Taşpınar Şen, Gönül Çiçek Şentürk
{"title":"Bloodstream infections in older cancer patients: epidemiology and risk factors for mortality.","authors":"Sabahat Çeken, Nurhayat Yılmaz, Can Hüseyin Hekimoğlu, Göknur Yapar Toros, Ayşegül İlhan Güleşen, Emine Merve Savaş, Burcu Altunay, Ebru Taşpınar Şen, Gönül Çiçek Şentürk","doi":"10.3855/jidc.21222","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3855/jidc.21222","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Both aging and malignancy are associated with an increased risk of infections, including bloodstream infections. Despite their clinical significance, research concentrating on the epidemiology, outcomes, and risk factors influencing mortality in older cancer patients is still limited. This study aims to examine the epidemiology of bloodstream infections and factors contributing to mortality among older cancer patients.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>This retrospective cohort study was conducted at Etlik City Hospital from January to December 2023. The subjects included cancer patients aged 65 years and older who had experienced bloodstream infections and received a minimum of 48 hours of antimicrobial therapy. Data, including demographics, clinical features, microbiological findings, and antimicrobial therapy, were collected. Bloodstream infections were categorized as either hospital-acquired or community-acquired infections and further classified by their source.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Among 160 bloodstream infection episodes observed, 68.8% of them occurred in patients with solid tumors, while 31.3% were found in those with hematological malignancies. Hospital-acquired infections comprised 78.8% of the total cases. Mortality was significantly associated with inappropriate initial antimicrobial therapy, carbapenem resistance, and multidrug resistance. Additionally, patients who presented with septic shock and fungal infections had higher mortality rates.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The findings underscore the urgent need for early implementation of appropriate antimicrobial therapy and effective infection control measures. The persistence of multidrug resistance and hospital-acquired infections presents critical challenges in reducing mortality rates among older cancer patients. The development of tailored infection management strategies and robust antimicrobial stewardship programs is essential for enhancing outcomes in cancer patients.</p>","PeriodicalId":49160,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Infection in Developing Countries","volume":"19 8","pages":"1205-1215"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-08-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145024547","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Treatment outcomes and risk factors for severity and mortality in Clostridioides difficile infection: a single-center study in Thailand. 艰难梭菌感染的治疗结果和严重程度和死亡率的危险因素:泰国的一项单中心研究
IF 1.2 4区 医学
Journal of Infection in Developing Countries Pub Date : 2025-08-31 DOI: 10.3855/jidc.20742
Thamonwan Chaemprida, Worapong Nasomsong
{"title":"Treatment outcomes and risk factors for severity and mortality in Clostridioides difficile infection: a single-center study in Thailand.","authors":"Thamonwan Chaemprida, Worapong Nasomsong","doi":"10.3855/jidc.20742","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3855/jidc.20742","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Clostridioides difficile often causes hospital-acquired diarrhea, leading to unfavorable treatment outcomes. This study investigates CDI treatment outcomes and factors affecting severity and mortality at a university hospital in Thailand.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>A retrospective study was conducted from June 2019 to December 2021. The primary endpoints were treatment outcomes with a 95% CI. Univariable and multivariable Cox regression analyses determined risk factors for severe CDI and 30-day mortality.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Of 187 patients receiving a diagnosis of and receiving treatment for CDI, 103 patients (55.8%) presented non-severe CDI, and 84 patients (44.2%) had severe CDI. The 30-day mortality rate of CDI was 24.1%, which was significantly higher in the severe group (36.9 vs. 13.6%, p ≤ 0.001). Multivariable analysis revealed the independent risk factor for severe CDI was chronic kidney disease (aOR 15.16, 95% CI 6.3, 36.48), and risk factors for all-cause mortality at 30 days were ICU admission (aOR 3.56, 95%CI 1.48, 8.56) and carbapenem exposure (aOR 2.79, 95% CI 1.17, 6.68).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This study demonstrated high mortality rates and a significant incidence of refractory and recurrent infections in the severe CDI group. Chronic kidney disease was an independent risk factor for severe CDI. ICU admission and carbapenem exposure were independent risk factors for all-cause mortality.</p>","PeriodicalId":49160,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Infection in Developing Countries","volume":"19 8","pages":"1196-1204"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-08-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145024559","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Increasing spread of Candida auris and investigation of risk factors for invasive infections in colonized patients. 耳念珠菌的增加传播和侵袭性感染在定殖患者中的危险因素调查。
IF 1.2 4区 医学
Journal of Infection in Developing Countries Pub Date : 2025-08-31 DOI: 10.3855/jidc.20891
Tuğba Arslan Gülen, Nida Akar, Ebru Oruç, Tuba Turunç, Koray Daş, Nurdan Ünlü, Aygün Uğurbekler
{"title":"Increasing spread of Candida auris and investigation of risk factors for invasive infections in colonized patients.","authors":"Tuğba Arslan Gülen, Nida Akar, Ebru Oruç, Tuba Turunç, Koray Daş, Nurdan Ünlü, Aygün Uğurbekler","doi":"10.3855/jidc.20891","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3855/jidc.20891","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Candida auris is a yeast that has a high mortality rate in critically ill patients and is resistant to many antifungal agents enhancing its clinical importance. Our study identifies the risk factors for C. auris invasive infection, antifungal susceptibility, and outcomes.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>A total of 100 adults with C. auris isolated in any clinical specimen between 07.01.2022 and 31.12.2023 were enrolled in this retrospective cohort study. Data were obtained via retrospective screening of patient files. C. auris identification was performed by MALDI-TOF MS. Antifungal susceptibility was carried out by VITEK 2 and CDC methodology. Colonized and infected patients were compared to assess the risk factors for and outcomes of invasive infection.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Twenty (20%) patients developed invasive infections, with 16 (80%) having candidemia. Age, Candida score, prior antifungal agent use, number of previously used antibiotics ≥ 3, presence of central venous catheter or nasogastric catheter, and being monitored out of burn unit were the risk factors, and Candida score was identified as an independent risk factor for invasive infection development. Of the isolates, 55% were resistant to fluconazole and 100% were resistant to amphotericin B. No micafungin resistance was detected. The overall mortality rate in patients with invasive infection was 75%.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Knowing the risk factors for invasive infection will help early initiation of empirical antifungal therapy by ensuring early identification of high-risk patients, and Candida score appears to be an effective method for this. Revealing antifungal susceptibility will also guide the selection of appropriate empirical treatment.</p>","PeriodicalId":49160,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Infection in Developing Countries","volume":"19 8","pages":"1245-1252"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-08-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145024550","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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The characteristics of the cases with brain abscess and the analysis of the predictive factors for poor outcome. 脑脓肿病例特点及预后不良的预测因素分析。
IF 1.2 4区 医学
Journal of Infection in Developing Countries Pub Date : 2025-08-31 DOI: 10.3855/jidc.20676
Emre Bilgin, Tugba Arslan Gulen, Gokhan Kızılpınar, Gulistan Gul Işıkber, Can Sezer, Zeynel Abidin Tas, Ebru Oruc
{"title":"The characteristics of the cases with brain abscess and the analysis of the predictive factors for poor outcome.","authors":"Emre Bilgin, Tugba Arslan Gulen, Gokhan Kızılpınar, Gulistan Gul Işıkber, Can Sezer, Zeynel Abidin Tas, Ebru Oruc","doi":"10.3855/jidc.20676","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3855/jidc.20676","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>To evaluate the characteristics of patients who have undergone surgical operations due to brain abscess and to assess the risk factors for mortality and the outcomes.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>Patients who have undergone surgical operations due to brain abscess between January 2014 and January 2024 in our hospital were evaluated retrospectively. Patients were divided into 2 groups to determine poor outcome predictive factors.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 57 patients with brain abscess were evaluated. Brain abscess was developed after a surgical procedure in 33% of the patients. Of these patients, 44 (77%) recovered without sequelae, 3 cases had epilepsy, and 2 had hemiplegia. Comparing the patients with poor outcome and the patients with good outcome in terms of symptom duration, time to hospital admission, and C-reactive protein, erythrocyte sedimentation rate and procalcitonin values, we detected statistically significant difference only in erythrocyte sedimentation rate (p = 0.018). Patients with poor outcome had higher C-reactive protein and procalcitonin values and shorter symptom duration and time to hospital admission than the patients with good outcome. Multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed that erythrocyte sedimentation rate is a predictive factor for poor outcome.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Brain abscesses with high mortality and morbidity. Detailed questioning of symptom duration and time to hospital admission in patients presenting with headache who have or have not undergone surgical operation, precisely evaluating C-reactive protein, sedimentation, and procalcitonin values after performing necessary scanning procedures, and swiftly planning surgical and/or antibiotic treatment are associated with survival benefit.</p>","PeriodicalId":49160,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Infection in Developing Countries","volume":"19 8","pages":"1182-1188"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-08-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145024553","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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