Insights into invasive fungal infection diagnostic and treatment capacities in tertiary care centres of Germany.

Salmanton-García J, Simon M, Groll AH, Kurzai O, Lahmer T, Lehrnbecher T, Schroeder M, Cornely OA, Stemler J (2024) Insights into invasive fungal infection diagnostic and treatment capacities in tertiary care centres of Germany. JAC Antimicrob Resist 6(3), dlae083.

Abstract

In Germany, the growing incidence of invasive fungal infections (IFIs) is a significant health concern, particularly impacting individuals with compromised immune systems due to factors like increasing transplant recipients, an ageing population, and heightened use of immunosuppressive medications. Diagnosing IFI remains challenging, and the integration of biomarker assays into clinical practice is difficult. Antifungal resistance, exemplified by pan-antifungal-resistant Candida auris cases, adds complexity to treatment. This study aims to provide a concise overview of the diagnostic and treatment landscape for IFI in Germany, identifying areas for improvement and paving the way for targeted interventions.

Leibniz-HKI-Authors

Oliver Kurzai

Identifier

doi: 10.1093/jacamr/dlae083

PMID: 38812581