Riesgo de mortalidad en infecciones invasivas por Mucor SPP. en niños con enfermedades hemato-oncológicas: revisión sistemática / Mortality risk of invasive Mucor spp. infections in children with cancer: A systematic review

Los estudios sobre la infección fúngica invasiva (IFI) por Mucor spp. en pacientes pediátricos con patología hematooncológica, son de baja solidez científica, lo que dificulta conocer en profundidad sus características y evolución. Con el objetivo de analizar la evolución fatal de esos pacientes, se llevó a cabo esta revisión sistemática (RS). Material y métodos: La búsqueda bibliográfica se realizó con fecha 23 de marzo de 2023, en las principales bases de datos (Medline (a través de Pubmed), Embase (a través de Embase-Elsevier), The Cochrane Library (a través de Wiley), Cinahl (a través de Ebsco HOST), SCI-EXPANDED, SciELO (a través de la WOS) y Scopus (a través de Scopus-Elsevier), libre (mediante el motor Google) y revisando las citas de los artículos incluidos. Resultados: Se rescataron 1393 artículos, de los cuales se descartaron 1386 por diversas razones. Mediante el análisis de los textos completos, finalmente se incluyeron 7 estudios. Todos los estudios eran series de casos (nivel 4). La mediana de la frecuencia de muerte observada fue de 36,6% (Q1 20% - Q347%). Conclusiones: Esta RS mostró en niños con patología hemato-oncológica, que la mortalidad por IFI por Mucor spp. alcanzó a casi un tercio de los pacientes (AU)

Studies on invasive fungal infection (IFI) by Mucor spp. in pediatric patients with cancer have a low level of evidence, which makes it difficult to elucidate its characteristics and progression. To analyze the fatal outcome of these patients, this systematic review (SR) was conducted. Material and methods: A literature search was carried out on March 23, 2023, in the following main databases (Medline (via Pubmed), Embase (via Embase-Elsevier), The Cochrane Library (via Wiley), Cinahl (via Ebsco HOST), SCI-EXPANDED, SciELO (via the WOS) and Scopus (via Scopus-Elsevier). Additionally, a complementary search was carried out using free search engines (such as Google) and by reviewing the references of the included articles. Results: A total of 1393 articles were retrieved, of which 1386 were excluded for various reasons. After a thorough analysis of the full-text articles, 7 studies were ultimately included in the review. All studies were case series (level 4). The median observed death rate was 36.6% (IQR, 20% - 47%). Conclusions: This SR showed that in children with hematological-oncological disease, mortality due to IFI by Mucor spp. affected almost one third of the patients (AU)

Hongos anamorfos biodegradan los libros del Área Histórica de la Universidad Central del Ecuador (UCE) / Anamorphous fungi biodegrade the books of the Historical Area from the Central University of Ecuador (CUE)

Determinamos los géneros de hongos anamorfos que contaminan los libros del área de cuarentena y limpieza, dentro del Área Histórica de la Universidad Central del Ecuador (UCE). Realizamos un hisopado aleatorio a una muestra representativa de 50 de estos libros de acuerdo a una Tabla militarizada estándar. También hisopamos como muestra preferencial a 21 libros gravemente contaminados con hongos. Los hisopados tuvieron una superficie de 5x5 cm, friccionando en la pasta, el borde y el interior de estos libros. Las 213 muestras tomadas fueron inoculadas en medio de cultivo Agar Malta. Los medios fueron incubados a una temperatura de 28°C durante 7 días. Realizamos observaciones por microscopía a 40 y 100x además de usar literatura especializada para la identificación hasta el nivel de género de hongos anamorfos. Los géneros más abundantes en este estudio fueron Penicillium (80,2%) y Mucor (8,1%). (AU)

We determined the genera of anamorphic fungi that contaminate the books in the quarantine and cleaning area, within the Historical Area of the Central University of Ecuador (CUE). We performed a random swab on a representative sample of 50 of these books according to a standard militarized Table. We also swabbed as a preferential sample 21 books seriously contaminated with fungi. The swabs had a surface area of 5x5 cm, rubbing on the paste, the edge and the interior of these books. The 213 samples taken were inoculated in Agar Malta culture medium. The media were incubated at a temperature of 28° C for 7 days. We made observations by microscopy at 40 and 100x in addition to using specialized literature for the identification down to the genus level of anamorphic fungi. The most abundant genus in this study were Penicillium(80,2%) and Mucor(8,1%). (AU)

Successful treatment of a patient with cutaneous co-infection caused by Mucor irregularis and Klebsiella pneumoniae

Abstract The authors report a rare case of primary cutaneous mucormycosis caused by Mucor irregularis and cutaneous Klebsiella pneumoniae infections in a 67-year-old Chinese woman. After the administration of liposomal amphotericin B combined with cefoperazone/sulbactam sodium, the patient recovered. Invasive fungal infection combined with cutaneous bacterial infection should receive attention.

Biosurfactant and bioemulsifier as promising molecules produced by Mucor hiemalis isolated from Caatinga soil

BACKGROUND: The present study describes the production of biosurfactant (BS) and emulsifier (BE) by the filamentous fungus Mucor hiemalis UCP 0039, as well as the characterization and stability of the both biomolecules for environmental or industrial applications. RESULTS: Biosurfactants and bioemulsifiers are amphiphilic compounds and are produced as extracellular molecules. The results showed that bioproduct obtained by shaker condition reduced the water surface tension of 72 to 32 mN/m and reached an emulsification index of 96%, while the static cultivation resulted in a biomolecule with a surface tension of 40 mN/m and an emulsification index of 96%, suggesting the production of a biosurfactant and bioemulsifier, respectively. The compounds showed glycolipid nature but the biosurfactant presented cationic charge, while the bioemulsifier, anionic charge. Thus, the results confirmed that M. hiemalis produced two distinct biomolecules under different parameters and in the same culture medium. CONCLUSIONS: It is the first time that biosurfactant and emulsifier production has been described in the same medium and under different physical conditions by Mucor hiemalis. Both biomolecules showed thermal stability, as well as have significant effect on the viscosity of hydrophobic compounds, indicating the excellent potential for environmental safety or industrial applications to improve the efficiency of sustainable and economic technologies.

Produção e purificação integrada de protease fibrinolítica de Mucor subtilissimus UCP 1262 / Integrated production and purification of fibrinolytic protease from Mucor subtilissimus UCP 1262

As enzimas fibrinolíticas podem ser obtidas de micro-organismos por meio de processos fermentativos. O presente trabalho teve como objetivo avaliar a produção e extração integrada da protease fibrinolítica de Mucor subtilissimus UCP 1262 usando sistema de duas fases aquosas (SDFA). O processo integrado foi realizado para avaliar a produção, partição e recuperação da protease fibrinolítica, segundo planejamento experimental 23, utilizando como variáveis independentes a massa molar do polietileno glicol (PEG), a concentração do PEG e a concentração do sulfato de sódio. A maior atividade fibrinolítica (15,40U/mL) foi obtida na fase rica em sulfato de sódio no ensaio composto por 10% de sal e 18% de PEG 8000 (g/mol). Recuperações superiores a 80% foram obtidas. A protease fibrinolítica apresentou pH ótimo 7,0, estabilidade entre os pH 6,0 e 8,5, temperatura ótima 50°C, sendo estável de 10°C a 50°C. A enzima foi classificada como uma serino protease, com massa molecular de 52kDa. Como resultado, o processo é notavelmente eficaz para pré-purificar a protease fibrinolítica com baixo custo e rapidez significativa. Quando comparada a outras técnicas de produção e purificação isoladas, a fermentação extrativa é um processo digno a ser substituto das etapas iniciais de separação convencionais.(AU)

Fibrinolytic enzymes can be obtained from microorganisms through fermentative processes. The study aimed to evaluate the fibrinolytic protease production and integrated extraction from Mucor subtilissimus UCP 1262 by extractive fermentation using Aqueous Two-Phase Systems (ATPS). The integrated process was carried out to assess the production, partition and fibrinolytic enzyme recovery, according to a 2 3 -experimental design, using as independent variables Polyethylene glycol (PEG) molar mass, PEG and sodium sulphate concentration, concentration. The highest fibrinolytic activity (15.40U/mL) was obtained in sodium sulfate rich phase in the assay comprising of 10% of salt and 18% of PEG 8000 (g/mol). Yield greater than 80% was obtained. The fibrinolytic protease presented optimum pH 7.0 and stability between pH 6.0 and 8.5, and optimum temperature 50°C, stable between 10°C to 50°C. The enzyme was classified as a serine-protease with 52kDa of molecular weight. As a result, the process is remarkably effective to pre-purify the fibrinolytic protease with a low cost and significantly faster processing time. When compared to other isolated production and purification techniques the extractive fermentation is worthy of being a candidate to replace the initial stages of conventional separation processes.(AU)

Successful Treatment of Invasive Gastric Mucormycosis in a Kidney Transplant Recipient / 대한이식학회지

Mucormycosis is an extremely rare but potentially life-threatening fungal infection. Gastrointestinal (GI) mucormycosis is very rare and occurs primarily in highly malnourished patients, especially in infants and children. A 55-year-old man with end-stage renal disease due to diabetic nephropathy, who had undergone deceased donor kidney transplantation 2 years prior, complained of abdominal pain and distension with a 3-day duration. Computed tomography revealed diffuse gastric wall thickening, and a huge amount of grey colored necrotic debris surrounded by erythematous erosive mucosa was observed at the antrum to upper body by GI endoscopy. The microscopic examination obtained from a GI endoscopic specimen demonstrated peptic detritus with numerous non-septate mucor hyphae in the mucosa and submucosa. Mucormycosis was diagnosed based on the clinical findings and morphological features. A total gastrectomy was performed and an antifungal agent was administered. A microscopic examination of the surgical specimen demonstrated invasive mucormycosis with numerous fungal hyphae with invasion into the mucosa to subserosa. The patient and graft were treated successfully by total gastrectomy and antifungal therapy.

Isolation and Characterization of Three Zygomycetous Fungi in Korea: Backusella circina, Circinella muscae, and Mucor ramosissimus

While surveying undiscovered fungal taxa in Korea, three rare zygomycetous fungal strains, CNUFC-PTF2-1, CNUFC-TF3-1, and CNUFC-ESAF3-1, were isolated from soil, leaf, and freshwater samples, respectively. The strains were analyzed morphologically as well as phylogenetically based on the internal transcribed spacer region and 28S rDNA sequences. Sequence analysis of the two loci revealed that the isolates, CNUFC-PTF2-1, CNUFC-TF3-1, and CNUFC-ESAF3-1, were identified as Backusella circina, Circinella muscae, and Mucor ramosissimus, respectively. These species have not yet been previously described in Korea.

Effects of fermentation conditions on valuable products of ethanolic fungus Mucor indicus

Background: Mucor indicus is a dimorphic fungus used in the production of ethanol, oil, protein, and glucosamine. It can ferment different pentoses and hexoses; however, the yields of products highly depend on the nutrients and cultivation conditions. In this study, the effects of different morphologic forms, cultivation time and temperature, presence or absence of oxygen, carbon sources, and concentration of nitrogen source on the products of M. indicus were investigated. Results: The fungus with all morphologies produced high yields of ethanol, in the range of 0.32­0.43 g/g, on glucose. However, the fungus with filamentous morphology produced higher amounts of oil, protein, phosphate, and glucosamine together with ethanol, compared with other morphologies. A higher amount of oil (0.145 g/g biomass) was produced at 28°C, while the best temperature for protein and glucosamine production was 32 and 37°C, respectively. Although ethanol was produced at a higher yield (0.44 g/g) under anaerobic conditions compared with aerobic conditions (yield of 0.41 g/g), aerobic cultivation resulted in higher yields of protein (0.51 g/g biomass), glucosamine (0.16 g/g alkali insoluble material, AIM), and phosphate (0.11 g/g AIM). Conclusions: It is not possible to have the maximum amounts of the products simultaneously. The fermentation conditions and composition of culture media determine the product yields. Carbon source type and the addition of nitrogen source are among the most influencing factors on the product yields. Moreover, all measured products were made with higher yields in cultivation on glucose, except glucosamine, which was produced with higher yields on xylose.

Phylogenetic Status of Two Undescribed Zygomycete Species from Korea: Actinomucor elegans and Mucor minutus

During a survey of fungal diversity of the order Mucorales, three zygomycete isolates, CNUFC-YR113-1, CNUFC-KNU16-7, and CNUFC-BS1-1 were isolated from freshwater and soil samples in Korea. The strains were analyzed both morphologically and phylogenetically based on internal transcribed spacer and 28S rDNA gene sequences. Based on their morphology and phylogeny, the CNUFC-YR113-1 and CNUFC-KNU16-7 isolates were identified as Actinomucor elegans, and CNUFC-BS1-1 was identified as Mucor minutus. To the best of our knowledge, the species A. elegans and M. minutus, belonging to an undiscovered taxon, have not been previously described in Korea.

A New Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitor from Green Glycosylation of Trachyloban-19-oic Acid by Mucor plumbeus

ABSTRACT The in vitro metabolism of a widespread natural product, trachyloban-19-oic acid (1), by the fungal species Mucor plumbeus was studied in a sucrose-yeast liquid medium. Two products were isolated, and their structures were determined by spectroscopic means as 7β-hydroxytrachyloban-19-oic acid (5) and trachyloban-19-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl ester (6). To the best of our knowledge, compound 6 is herein reported by the first time in the literature. These compounds were assayed for acetylcholinesterase inhibition along with some related compounds. Compound 6 showed the highest acetylcholinesterase inhibitory activity at 10000 µg/mL among the tested compounds, a result (92.89%) comparable to the activity of the positive control, galanthamine (94.21%). Therefore, biotransformation of the natural product 1 by M. plumbeus produced a novel compound with potential as a new lead to develop anti-Alzheimer medicines.

Microbial Transformation of Two Prenylated Naringenins

Microbial transformation of (±)-6-(1,1-dimethylallyl)naringenin (6-DMAN, 1) and (±)-5-(O-prenyl) naringenin-4′,7-diacetate (5-O-PN, 2) was performed by using fungi. Scale-up fermentation studies with Mucor hiemalis, Cunninghamella elegans var. elegans, and Penicillium chrysogenum led to the isolation of five microbial metabolites. Chemical structures of the metabolites were determined by spectral analyses as (±)-8-prenylnaringenin (3), (2S)-5,4′-dihydroxy-7,8-[(R)-2-(1-hydroxy-1-methylethyl)-2,3-dihydrofurano]flavanone (4), (±)-5-(O-prenyl)naringenin-4′-acetate (5), (±)-naringenin-4′-acetate (6), and (±)-naringenin (7), of which 5 was identified as a new compound.

Mucormicosis rinosinusal por mucor hiemalis en una paciente con leucemia mieloide aguda / Rhinosinusal mucormycosis by mucor hiemalis in a patient with acute myeloid leukemia

Se reporta un caso clínico de una paciente femenina de 41 años, con antecedentes de leucemia mieloide aguda (LMA) en remisión. Estudiada por hematología, se confirmó recaída de LMA M4. Se inició quimioterapia. La paciente evolucionó con pancitopenia severa. Presentó dos episodios de neutropenia febril, el primero fue asociado a un absceso glúteo que se trató con antibacterianos, y el segundo a compromiso rinosinusal y úlcera necrótica de punta nasal, columela, tabique, cornete inferior izquierdo y paladar duro. Debido a la clínica e imá- genes radiológicas, se sospechó mucormicosis, por lo que se realizó cirugía con debridación extensa y se inició tratamiento antimicótico con anfotericina B desoxicolato. El cultivo de tejido informó abundante desarrollo de Mucor hiemalis. Se mantuvo pancitopénica durante aproximadamente un mes, siendo diariamente evaluada por un equipo multidisciplinario. Se hicieron varios aseos quirúrgicos, en el último se encontró tejido vital. La paciente completó diez días con anfotericina B desoxicolato y posteriormente se hizo traslape a posaconazol oral. Se realizó mielograma de control que evidenció remisión completa de recaída de LMA. Se dio de alta a su domicilio al día 40 de hospitalización, con hemograma adecuado y tratamiento oral con posaconazol para completar 6 semanas en total.

We report a case of a 41-years-old female patient with a history of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in remission. Hematology studies confirmed relapse of AML M4. Chemotherapy was started. The patient developed severe pancytopenia. She presented two episodes of febrile neutropenia, the first one was associated with a gluteal abscess that was treated with antibacterials, and the second to rhinosinusal involvement and necrotic ulcer of nasal tip, columella, septum, left inferior turbinate and hard palate. Due to clinical and radiological imaging, mucormycosis was suspected, so surgery was performed with extensive debridement and antifungal treatment with amphotericin B deoxicholate was initiated. Tissue culture reported abundant development of Mucor hiemalis. She remained pancytopenic for approximately one month, being evaluated daily by a multidisciplinary team. Several surgical were made, finding vital tissue in the last perform. The patient completed ten days with amphotericin B deoxicholate and later was overlapped to oral posaconazole. A control myelogram was performed, showing complete remission of AML. She was discharged to her home at day 40 of hospitalization, with adequate blood count and oral treatment with posaconazole to complete 6 weeks in total.

Characterization of Two New Records of Mucoralean Species Isolated from Gut of Soldier Fly Larva in Korea

While surveying the diversity of fungi of the order Mucorales, two isolates, EML-PUKI12-1 and EML-PUKI06-1, were obtained from the gut of soldier fly larvae inhabiting the bulrush at a pond located in the Chonnam National University Arboretum, Gwangju, Korea. The isolates were confirmed as Mucor irregularis and Mucor fragilis species, respectively, based on the morphological characteristics and phylogenetic analysis of rDNA internal transcribed spacer region. Such mucoralean species belonging to undiscovered taxa has not previously been described in Korea.

Adubação nitrogenada sobre a ocorrência de doenças em pós-colheita do morango / Effect of nitrogen doses on the occurrence of postharvest diseases in strawberry

Avaliou-se o efeito de doses de nitrogênio, aplicadas em campo, sobre as doenças pós-colheita nos cultivares de morango Camino Real, Festival e Oso Grande. O nitrogênio, tendo como fonte a ureia, foi avaliado na dose recomendada total (100%), com base na recomendação oficial para a cultura, e mais 3 doses inferiores (83, 67 e 50% do recomendado), tanto no plantio como em cobertura. Os frutos foram colhidos e pesados com 75% da superfície de cor vermelho-brilhante. Doze frutos por parcela foram amostrados em 3 coletas a partir da segunda florada e avaliados quanto à incidência das doenças durante 5 dias de armazenamento a 25°C e 85% de umidade relativa. A identificação das doenças foi feita diariamente com base nos sintomas e sinais dos patógenos. Não foi observado efeito das doses de nitrogênio na produção de frutos e na incidência das doenças, expressa em área abaixo da curva de progresso da doença (AACPD). A maior produção foi observada nos cultivares Festival e Oso Grande. A incidência total de doenças não diferiu significativamente entre os cultivares. O mofo cinzento foi a principal doença, com incidência superior a 30%, seguido da podridão mole de Rhizopus e podridão de levedura.(AU)

This study evaluated the effect of nitrogen doses on postharvest diseases of strawberry cultivars Camino Real, Festival and Oso Grande. The nitrogen in urea formulation was evaluated at the recommended dose (100%) based on the official recommendation to the culture, and 3 lower doses (83, 67 and 50% of recommended), considering the fertilization at planting and cover applications. Fruits were harvested and weighed at 75% of its surface with a bright red color. Twelve fruits per plot were sampled in 3 collections from the second flowering and assessed for disease incidence during five days of storage at 25°C and 85% relative humidity. The identification of disease was made daily, based on symptoms and pathogen signs. There was no effect of nitrogen doses on yield and incidence of postharvest diseases, expressed as area under the disease progress curve (AUDPC). Increased average production was observed in cultivars Festival and Oso Grand. The overall incidence of disease among the cultivars did not differ significantly. Gray mold was the main disease, affecting more than 30% of fruits, followed by Rhizopus and yeast rot.(AU)

The Mycobiota of Air Inside and Outside the Meju Fermentation Room and the Origin of Meju Fungi

The fungi on Meju are known to play an important role as degrader of macromolecule of soybeans. In order to elucidate the origin of fungi on traditional Meju, mycobiota of the air both inside and outside traditional Meju fermentation rooms was examined. From 11 samples of air collected from inside and outside of 7 Meju fermentation rooms, 37 genera and 90 species of fungi were identified. In outside air of the fermentation room, Cladosporium sp. and Cladosporium cladosporioides were the dominant species, followed by Cladosporium tenuissimum, Eurotium sp., Phoma sp., Sistotrema brinkmannii, Alternaria sp., Aspergillus fumigatus, Schizophyllum commune, and Penicillium glabrum. In inside air of the fermentation room, Cladosporium sp., Aspergillus oryzae, Penicillium chrysogenum, Asp. nidulans, Aspergillus sp., Cla. cladosporioides, Eurotium sp., Penicillium sp., Cla. tenuissimum, Asp. niger, Eur. herbariorum, Asp. sydowii, and Eur. repens were collected with high frequency. The concentrations of the genera Aspergillus, Eurotium, and Penicillium were significantly higher in inside air than outside air. From this result and those of previous reports, the origin of fungi present on Meju was inferred. Of the dominant fungal species present on Meju, Lichtheimia ramosa, Mucor circinelloides, Mucor racemosus, and Scopulariopsis brevicaulis are thought to be originated from outside air, because these species are not or are rarely isolated from rice straw and soybean; however, they were detected outside air of fermentation room and are species commonly found in indoor environments. However, Asp. oryzae, Pen. polonicum, Eur. repens, Pen. solitum, and Eur. chevalieri, which are frequently found on Meju, are common in rice straw and could be transferred from rice straw to Meju. The fungi grow and produce abundant spores during Meju fermentation, and after the spores accumulate in the air of fermentation room, they could influence mycobiota of Meju fermentation in the following year. This could explain why concentrations of the genera Aspergillus, Eurotium, and Penicillium are much higher inside than outside of the fermentation rooms.

A Case of Cutaneous Mucormycosis Occurring after Systemic Steroid Therapy / 대한의진균학회지

Cutaneous mucormycosis is a rare disease caused by zygomycetes such as Rhizomucor, Mucor, Absidia, and Rhizopus. The disease usually occurs in immunocompromised individuals, and the organism is rarely pathogenic in an immunocompetent host. Herein, we report a 77-year-old female patient who had multiple erythematous papules and pustules on the left 3rd finger. She had received systemic steroid therapy prior to the occurrence of the skin lesions. The histopathological examination of Periodic Acid Schiff stained section showed chronic granulomatous inflammation and fungal hyphae. Rhizopus species was isolated on the fungal culture of the tissue specimen. The patient was finally diagnosed with cutaneous mucormycosis and was treated with itraconazole.

Sulfation of naringenin by Mucor sp / 中国中药杂志

Naringenin (1) was transformed to three metabolites (2-4) by Mucor sp. Based on LCMS(n)-IT-TOF and NMR spectroscopic data, 2-4 were identified as naringenin-7-O-sulphate, naringenin-4'-O-sulphate, and naringenin-5-O-sulphate, respectively. These results might provide hints to the mammalian/human metabolism of naringenin.

Isolation of Fungal Pathogens to an Edible Mushroom, Pleurotus eryngii, and Development of Specific ITS Primers

Fungal pathogens have caused severe damage to the commercial production of Pleurotus eryngii, the king oyster mushroom, by reducing production yield, causing deterioration of commercial value, and shortening shelf-life. Four strains of pathogenic fungi, including Trichoderma koningiopsis DC3, Phomopsis sp. MP4, Mucor circinelloides MP5, and Cladosporium bruhnei MP6, were isolated from the bottle culture of diseased P. eryngii. A species-specific primer set was designed for each fungus from the ITS1-5.8S rDNA-ITS2 sequences. PCR using the ITS primer set yielded a unique DNA band for each fungus without any cross-reaction, proving the validity of our method in detection of mushroom fungal pathogens.

Hepatic and Small Bowel Mucormycosis after Chemotherapy in a Patient with Acute Myeloid Leukemia: A Case Report and Literature Review

We present a case of a 64-year-old woman with acute myeloid leukemia who developed a hepatic abscess during the neutropenic period after induction chemotherapy. To treat the abscess, meropenem and ciprofloxacin were administered to target Klebsiella pneumoniae and percutaneous drainage performed. As a result, the patient's fever and c-reactive protein (CRP) subsequently improved. After six weeks of antibiotic therapy, an abdominal computed tomography scan revealed remains of the liver abscess as well as an ileus in the small bowel. Molds from the Mucor genus were cultured from repeated liver abscess drainage and an abscess wall biopsy confirmed hepatic mucormycosis. Along with administration of amphotericin-B deoxycholate for four weeks, we performed lobectomy for hepatic mucormycosis and small bowel resection for a suspected small bowel mucormycosis. After these operations, the patient received liposomal amphotericin B for three weeks and was then maintained with oral posaconazole for more than four weeks. Our case report suggests that hepatic mucormycosis should be considered when a hepatic abscess exhibits a retarded response to antibacterial agents, especially for patients with risk factors. In addition, because an isolated hepatic mucormycosis is infrequent, a thorough search for the extent of the disease is necessary before surgical resection.

Solubility effects on antibacterial activity of chemically modified chitooligosaccharides of fungal origin / Efectos de la solubilidad sobre la actividad antibacteriana de quitooligosacáridos modificados químicamente de origen fúngico

Chitin and chitosan are a class of metabolites that occurring in some fungi species that are associated with commercial and medicinal plants, this is in Mucor sp. for example with an ample number of biological activities, being antibacterial and antifungal one of the most important. Into our program of search of biopesticides and natural compounds with biological activities, we have studying chitosan that was obtained from the culture medium of the fungus Mucor ruoxii. Chitooligosaccharides were prepared by partial acid hydrolysis of native chitosan and an aminoglycosylated derivative was obtained by reductive amination of the chitooligosaccaride. The solubilities of these compounds were measured at different pHs and its antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli (gram-negative) and Staphylococcus aureus (gram-positive). Chitosan and the derivatives tested exhibited a good antibacterial activity against S. aureus.

Quitina y quitosano son una clase de metabolitos que producen algunas especies de hongos que están asociados con plantas medicinales y comerciales, esto es por ejemplo en Mucor sp., con un amplio número de actividades biológicas, siendo la antibacteriana y antifúngica unas de las más importantes. En nuestro programa de investigación de biopesticidas y compuestos naturales, estamos estudiando quitosano obtenido de el medio de cultivo del hongo Mucor ruoxii. Quitooligosacáridos fueron preparados por hidrólisis parcial ácida de quitosano nativo y un derivado aminoglicosilado fue obtenido por aminación reductiva del quitooligosacárido. Las solubilidades de estos compuestos fueron medidas a diferentes pHs y su actividad antibacteriana frente a Escherichia coli (gram-negative) and Staphylococcus aureus (gram-positive). Quitosano y los derivados testeados exhiben una buena actividad antibacteriana frente a S. aureus.