What does the future of fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) hold? In #ClinMicroRev , researchers outline clinical applications and safety of FMT, regulatory challenges, ethical considerations and more to shed light on current & future landscapes: asm.social/1Si
In #ClinMicroRev , researchers review biofilm components of Vibrio fischeri, a model for host-associated biofilms, & highlight what is currently known about dispersal from these aggregates, plus host cues that may promote it. asm.social/1Hx
Most enterococcal human disease is caused by E. faecium & E. faecalis. However, there has been an increase in infections caused by non-faecium non-faecalis (NFF) enterococci. Learn about the clinical manifestations of NFF enterococci: asm.social/1Lr #ClinMicroRev
ICYI, we wrote what I expect will be the definitive review on fungal #endocarditis for years to come. Published in #ClinMicroRev
Congrats to George Thompson and Martin Hoenigl🇺🇦🇦🇹 for leading this effort, and to all co-authors
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What effect do Schistosoma spp. have on co-infecting pathogens and vice versa? This #ClinMicroRev article explores co-infections with major parasitic, bacterial, and viral pathogens which have been reported to be co-endemic with schistosomiasis. asm.social/1I2
Management of Trypanosoma cruzi infection in immunocompromised hosts is challenging. This #ClinMicroRev article reviews available data describing Chagas disease epidemiology, testing & management in immunocompromised individuals. #WorldChagasDay asm.social/1Od
Clonorchis sinensis, Opisthorchis viverrini and Opisthorchis felineus: 3 liver flukes with big public health impacts in certain world regions. This #ClinMicroRev article provides insights on their epidemiology, transmission, control measures & more. asm.social/1Fj
Check out our comprehensive review on the #microbiologic #diagnosis of #implant -associated infections in Clinical Microbiology Reviews:
Dr. Robin Patel JClinMicro EIC
#ClinMicroRev #CMR
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An Overlooked and Underrated Endemic Mycosis— #Talaromycosis and the Pathogenic Fungus #Talaromyces marneffei
New in #ClinMicroRev
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Wastewater-based surveillance (WBS) has dramatically advanced in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. This #ClinMicroRev article reviews WBS as established with SARS-CoV-2 & the work underway to expand its scope to other infectious disease targets. asm.social/1DH
What's new in the world of antifungals? This #ClinMicroRev article provides an overview of antifungal agents—including those with improved known mechanisms of actions and novel antifungal classes—currently in clinical development. asm.social/1OZ
#MicrobiologyMonday : Hyphae of the rare molds Scedosporium species and Lemontospora prolificans penetrate host macrophages and infiltrate blood vessels. This facilitates fungal dissemination and can lead to severe disease. Learn more in #ClinMicroRev : asm.social/1MG
Researchers are exploring new drug delivery systems to combat tuberculosis (TB). This review presents the current status & challenges to the use of (nano) emulsions & nanoparticle-assisted drug delivery against drug-resistant TB. #ClinMicroRev : asm.social/1CP
Implant-associated infections (IAIs) pose serious threats to patients. In #ClinMicroRev , researchers present an overview of these challenging infections, as well as an approach to their diagnosis from a microbiologic perspective. asm.social/1N8
Advancements & challenges in antifungal therapeutic development
#ClinMicroRev from Emily Puumala et al in Cowen Lab (h/t Ferry Hagen 🔬🧫🧬)
#fosmanogepix #olorofim #ibrexafungerp #MAT2203 #AM219
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Key figure/tables summarizing new AFs in advanced development
New in #ClinMicroRev : SOT in HIV
Overcoming barriers and stigma: new frontiers in solid organ transplantation for people with HIV
Kaitlyn Storm & Christine Durand
#TxID #HOPEact Johns Hopkins Medicine Graeme Forrest
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