Abstract
Candida auris is an emerging fungal pathogen that has caused global concern because of its multidrug-resistant nature and ability to cause uncontrollable nosocomial outbreaks. It is frequently misidentified as other Candida species by routine laboratory procedures, necessitating modern molecular diagnostic techniques for diagnosis. A relatively high mortality rate associated with this organism highlights the validity of implementation of strict infection control and preventive measures in the presence of infected or colonized patients.
Highlights
Candida auris is an emerging multidrug resistant pathogen which was first isolated in 2009 from a Japanese patient.[1]
Candida auris has become a major concern across the globe due to its multidrug resistant nature, its potential to cause nosocomial outbreaks and the possibility of misidentification by routine laboratory procedures.[1]
The association of C. auris with a high degree of antifungal resistance and high mortality rates necessitates the swift implementation of infection control and prevention methods to curtail its transmission.[1]
Summary
Candida auris is an emerging multidrug resistant pathogen which was first isolated in 2009 from a Japanese patient.[1]. Candida auris has become a major concern across the globe due to its multidrug resistant nature, its potential to cause nosocomial outbreaks and the possibility of misidentification by routine laboratory procedures.[1].
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