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#179 Invasive Fungal Disease: 5 Pearls Segment

Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast

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Navigating Invasive Fungal Diagnoses

This chapter explores the diagnostic challenges associated with invasive fungal diseases like candidemia in critically ill patients, emphasizing the limitations of blood cultures. It discusses the nuances of interpreting clinical culture results and the importance of context in treating fungal colonization versus invasion. The chapter also covers various antifungal agents, their mechanisms of action, and considerations for treatment strategies in patients with risk factors for serious infections.

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