Epidemiological characteristics of Candida species in Jordanian infants
Author Information
Author(s): Issa Shireen Y, Badran Eman F, Akl Kamal F, Shehabi Asem A
Primary Institution: University of Jordan
Hypothesis
This study investigates the epidemiological characteristics of Candida species colonizing oral and rectal sites of Jordanian infants.
Conclusion
The study presents important epidemiological features of Candida colonization in Jordanian infants, with a significant prevalence of rectal colonization.
Supporting Evidence
- 12.4% of infants were colonized with Candida species.
- Rectal colonization was significantly more detected than oral colonization (64.6% vs 35.4%).
- C. albicans was the most common species isolated, accounting for 67.1% of all isolates.
- All Candida isolates were susceptible to amphotericin B and caspofungin.
Takeaway
The study found that many infants in Jordan have Candida in their mouths or bottoms, which can lead to infections, especially in hospitals.
Methodology
Infants aged one year or less were examined, and culture swabs were collected from oral and rectal sites to identify Candida species.
Limitations
The study was limited to a specific geographic area and may not represent all infants globally.
Participant Demographics
492 infants aged one year or less, including hospitalized and non-hospitalized infants.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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