Risk factors for fatal candidemia caused by <it>Candida albicans </it>and non-albicans <it>Candida </it>species

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Invasive fungal infections, such as candidemia, caused by <it>Candida </it>species have been increasing. Candidemia is not only associated with a high mortality (30% to 40%) but also extends the length of hospital stay an...

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Main Authors: Tang Ran-Bin, Liu Jih-Shin, Lin Chin-Yu, Yao Tzy-Jyun, Yang Yun-Liang, Cheng Ming-Fang, Yu Kwok-Woon, Fan Yu-Hua, Hsieh Kai-Sheng, Ho Monto, Lo Hsiu-Jung
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2005-04-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/5/22