What do We Know about Cryptic Aspergillosis?

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Serval ID
serval:BIB_1C3F5BE7EABC
Type
Article: article from journal or magazin.
Collection
Publications
Institution
Title
What do We Know about Cryptic Aspergillosis?
Journal
Microorganisms
Author(s)
Geremia N., Giovagnorio F., Colpani A., De Vito A., Caruana G., Meloni M.C., Madeddu G., Panese S., Parisi S.G.
ISSN
2076-2607 (Print)
ISSN-L
2076-2607
Publication state
Published
Issued date
28/04/2024
Peer-reviewed
Oui
Volume
12
Number
5
Language
english
Notes
Publication types: Journal Article ; Review
Publication Status: epublish
Abstract
Cryptic Aspergillus species are increasingly recognized as pathogens involved in human disease. They are ubiquitarian fungi with high tenacity in their environment and can express various resistance mechanisms, often due to exposure to antifungal agents employed in agriculture and farming. The identification of such species is increasing thanks to molecular techniques, and a better description of this type of pathogen is granted. Nevertheless, the number of species and their importance in the clinical setting still need to be well studied. Furthermore, their cross-sectional involvement in animal disease, plants, and human activities requires a multidisciplinary approach involving experts from various fields. This comprehensive review aims to provide a sharp vision of the cryptic Aspergillus species, from the importance of correct identification to the better management of the infections caused by these pathogens. The review also accentuates the importance of the One Health approach for this kind of microorganism, given the interconnection between environmental exposure and aspergillosis, embracing transversely the multidisciplinary process for managing the cryptic Aspergillus species. The paper advocates the need for improving knowledge in this little-known species, given the burden of economic and health implications related to the diffusion of these bugs.
Keywords
Aspergillus, antifungal resistances, antifungal treatments, cryptic aspergillosis, one health
Pubmed
Web of science
Open Access
Yes
Create date
14/06/2024 16:34
Last modification date
15/06/2024 7:03
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