Candida spp.

Biofilm Formation and Antifungal Susceptibility of Candida Isolates from Various Clinical Specimens

Sahar Ali Ali Mohamed & Ziab Zakey Al-Ahmadey · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2013

Background: Candida species are now recognized as major causative agents of hospital-acquired infection. Aims: To evaluate the species distribution, biofilm formation,and antifungal susceptibility (amphotericin B, ketoconazole, and fluconazole) of Candida isolates. Place and Dura...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2013/5028

Efficacy of Disinfectants on Candida Biofilms at Different Concentrations and Contact Times

Yasemin Oz, Ilknur Dag & Nuri Kiraz · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2012

Aims: Candida species cause a wide spectrum of diseases, including hospital-acquired and device-associated infections. The biofilm formation is a major virulence factor in Candida pathogenesis and the cells in biofilm show enhanced resistance to disinfectants. Our aim was to eval...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2012/1281