Candidiasis is an infection caused by fungi from a Candida species, most commonly
Candida albicans. C. albicans is an opportunistic fungal pathogen typically residing on …

Fungal infections are on the rise, driven by a growing population at risk and climate change.
Currently available antifungals include only five classes, and their utility and efficacy in …

Aim The incidence of fungal sinusitis is increasing; however, its pathophysiology has not
been investigated previously. We investigate the effect of periodontitis on the incidence of …

Species within the Aspergillus spp. cause a wide range of infections in humans, including
invasive pulmonary aspergillosis, chronic pulmonary aspergillosis, and allergic …

Granulocytes and macrophages are the frontline defenders of the innate immune system.
These myeloid cells play a crucial role in not only eliminating pathogens and tumor cells, but …

Granulocyte transfusions continue to be used in clinical practice, predominantly for treatment
of refractory infection in the setting of severe neutropenia. There is biological plausibility for …

Oral mucosal colonization by Candida albicans is benign in healthy people but progresses
to deeper infection, known as oropharyngeal candidiasis, that may become disseminated …

Neutrophils are the most frequent immune cell type in peripheral blood, performing an
essential role against pathogens. People with neutrophil deficiencies are susceptible to …

Invasive fungal infections are an increasing threat to human health. Of recent concern is the
emergence of influenza-or SARS-CoV-2-virus-associated invasive fungal infections …