Title
Evaluation and treatment of candida species in prosthetic joint infections: Two case reports and review of the literature
Publication Date
11-1-2008
Publication Name
Infectious Diseases in Clinical Practice
Document Type
Article
Abstract
Candida-associated prosthetic infections account for less than 1% of all infections of joint prosthesis. However, the morbidity and mortality of such infections is considerable. Therefore, a prompt diagnosis and appropriate management of such infections is critical. This article reviews prosthetic infections caused by Candida species and adds 2 more cases to the literature where C. Candida parapsilosis is the etiologic agent. The present review describes the clinical presentations, risk factors, summarizes the treatment options available, and briefly discusses the pathogenesis of Candida infection. Copyright © 2008 by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Volume
16
Issue
6
First Page
354
Last Page
359
DOI
10.1097/IPC.0b013e31817cfdb7