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Black Mold Infections: What We Know and What We Need to Know

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recommendations! Published in 2017 at "Current Clinical Microbiology Reports"

DOI: 10.1007/s40588-017-0062-x

Abstract: Purpose of ReviewDematiaceous, or black fungi, are distinguished from other fungal species by the presence of melanin. They are ubiquitous and commonly found in soil, though rarely cause infection in humans. As a result, randomized… read more here.

Keywords: mold infections; infections know; need know; management ... See more keywords

Hyperglycemia as a possible risk factor for mold infections—the potential preventative role of intensified glucose control in allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation

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recommendations! Published in 2017 at "Bone Marrow Transplantation"

DOI: 10.1038/bmt.2016.306

Abstract: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is well-known as a disorder that increases the risk of infectious diseases. Various reports have shown that innate immunity is impaired in patients with DM, which is considered to be a major… read more here.

Keywords: risk; risk mold; mold infections; stem cell ... See more keywords

18F-Fluorodeoxysorbitol PET for noninvasive detection of invasive mold infections: preclinical and first-in-human studies

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recommendations! Published in 2025 at "Nature Communications"

DOI: 10.1038/s41467-025-61700-6

Abstract: Invasive mold infections are a major cause of mortality in immunosuppressed and cancer patients. Diagnosis is challenging, requiring invasive procedures or reliance on fungal biomarkers with limited sensitivity and an inability to detect non-Aspergillus molds.… read more here.

Keywords: fds pet; invasive mold; mold infections; 18f fluorodeoxysorbitol ... See more keywords

PCR diagnostic platforms for non-Aspergillus mold infections: ready for routine implementation in the clinic?

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recommendations! Published in 2024 at "Expert Review of Molecular Diagnostics"

DOI: 10.1080/14737159.2024.2326474

Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction While Aspergillus spp. remain the predominant cause of invasive mold infections, non-Aspergillus molds, such as the Mucorales or Fusarium spp., account for an increasing proportion of cases. The diagnosis of non-Aspergillus invasive mold… read more here.

Keywords: clinical samples; non aspergillus; pcr diagnostic; mold infections ... See more keywords

Evolution of antifungals for invasive mold infections in immunocompromised hosts, then and now

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recommendations! Published in 2023 at "Expert Review of Anti-infective Therapy"

DOI: 10.1080/14787210.2023.2207821

Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction The current armamentarium of antifungal agents for invasive mold infections (IMI) has dramatically improved over the last 50 years. Existing therapies are, however, associated with toxicities, drug interactions, and, in some cases, therapeutic failures.… read more here.

Keywords: invasive mold; mold infections; infections immunocompromised; antifungals invasive ... See more keywords

Combination therapy for the treatment of pulmonary mold infections

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recommendations! Published in 2017 at "Expert Review of Respiratory Medicine"

DOI: 10.1080/17476348.2017.1325322

Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction: Pulmonary mold infections are caused by ubiquitous organisms found in soil, water, and decaying vegetation, including Aspergillus spp., the Mucormycetes, hyaline molds, and dematiaceous (black) molds. Areas covered: These infections are often a… read more here.

Keywords: combination therapy; mold infections; therapy treatment; pulmonary mold ... See more keywords
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1153. Characterization of Invasive Mold Infections in Acute Leukemia and Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Recipient Patients and Risk Factors for Mortality - a Single Center Experience

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recommendations! Published in 2020 at "Open Forum Infectious Diseases"

DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofaa439.1339

Abstract: Invasive mold infections (IMIs) remain a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in patients with acute leukemia (AL) and those undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). We describe the epidemiology of IMIs, the incidence of… read more here.

Keywords: invasive mold; diagnosis; mold infections; mortality ... See more keywords

P-1043. Risk Factors for Breakthrough Invasive Mold Infections in Patients with Hematologic Malignancies

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recommendations! Published in 2025 at "Open Forum Infectious Diseases"

DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofae631.1233

Abstract: Abstract Background Invasive mold infections (IMI) lead to significant morbidity and mortality in patients with hematologic malignancies. We provide patients deemed at higher risk mold active prophylaxis but still observe breakthrough IMIs. The purpose of… read more here.

Keywords: breakthrough imis; risk; invasive mold; risk factors ... See more keywords

Breakthrough Invasive Mold Infections in Hematologic Cases: Relevance of the Host's Factors

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recommendations! Published in 2025 at "Open Forum Infectious Diseases"

DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofaf025

Abstract: Abstract Background Breakthrough invasive mold infections (bIMIs) are life-threatening complications in hematologic cases. Most previous studies in this field covered the whole spectrum of fungal pathogens, including yeasts, and antifungal agents. Methods We conducted a… read more here.

Keywords: hematologic cases; invasive mold; breakthrough invasive; mold infections ... See more keywords
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Culture-Documented Invasive Mold Infections at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, Pre– and Post–Hurricane Harvey

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recommendations! Published in 2019 at "Open Forum Infectious Diseases"

DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofz138

Abstract: Abstract Background Extensive floodwater damage following hurricane Harvey raised concerns of excess mold infections in immunocompromised patients. This study sought to evaluate the impact of hurricane Harvey on the incidence of culture-positive invasive mold infections… read more here.

Keywords: harvey; mold infections; hurricane harvey; culture ... See more keywords

Therapeutic Challenges of Non-Aspergillus Invasive Mold Infections in Immunosuppressed Patients

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recommendations! Published in 2019 at "Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy"

DOI: 10.1128/aac.01244-19

Abstract: While Aspergillus spp. remain the major cause of invasive mold infections in hematologic cancer patients and transplant recipients, other opportunistic molds, such as Mucorales, Fusarium, and Scedosporium spp. are increasingly encountered in an expanding population… read more here.

Keywords: invasive mold; spp; non aspergillus; mold infections ... See more keywords