Breakthrough Fungemia in an Immuno-Compromised Adolescent: Case Report and Review of the Literature.
Τίτλος | Breakthrough Fungemia in an Immuno-Compromised Adolescent: Case Report and Review of the Literature. |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2020 |
Authors | Apsemidou, A., Füller M. Antonie, Idelevich E. A., Kurzai O., Tragiannidis A., & Groll A. H. |
Journal | J Fungi (Basel) |
Volume | 6 |
Issue | 4 |
Date Published | 2020 Dec 21 |
ISSN | 2309-608X |
Abstract | is a rare cause of candidemia that is known for its unique capability to rapidly acquire resistance to amphotericin B. We report the case of an adolescent with grade IV graft-vs.-host disease after hematopoietic cell transplantation who developed catheter-associated candidemia while on therapeutic doses of liposomal amphotericin B. We review the epidemiology of bloodstream infections in adult and pediatric patients, the development of resistance, and its role in breakthrough candidemia. Appropriate species identification, in vitro susceptibility testing, and source control are pivotal to optimal management of candidemia. Initial antifungal therapy may consist of an echinocandin and be guided by in vitro susceptibility and clinical response. |
DOI | 10.3390/jof6040380 |
Alternate Journal | J Fungi (Basel) |
PubMed ID | 33371186 |