• INCIDENCE OF UROPATHOGENIC CANDIDA STRAINS IN URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS


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    • ABSRACT - [ Total Page(s): 1 ]This study examined the Prevalence, Species Distribution, and Antifungal Susceptibility Patterns of Candida Species in Urinary Tract Infections in Rivers State, Nigeria. A cross-sectional survey research design was adopted to explore the extent and characteristics of candiduria among patients. A structured questionnaire was designed to collect relevant data from a sample of 333 respondents, which included healthcare professionals, patients, laboratory technicians, and students from various healthcare facilities across Rivers State. The data collected were analyzed using the Statistical Package ... Continue Reading

         

      CHAPTER ONE - [ Total Page(s): 1 ]1.1 Background to the StudyUrinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common infections globally, affecting an estimated 150 million people annually and contributing significantly to healthcare-related morbidity and costs (Flores-Mireles et al., 2019). While Escherichia coli remains the leading bacterial cause of UTIs, the landscape of uropathogens is shifting. There is increasing recognition of fungal infections, particularly those caused by Candida species, as emerging and often underestimated agents of urinary tract infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as immunoco ... Continue Reading