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Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop ; 50(4): 558-561, July-Aug. 2017. tab, graf
Article Dans Anglais | LILACS | ID: biblio-1041422

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Abstract INTRODUCTION: Candida parapsilosis complex species, frequently found in hospital environments, have gained importance as etiological agents of candidemia. METHODS: Candida parapsilosis complex isolates from a nosocomial environment were identified and their hydrolitic enzyme activity and ability to form biofilm were characterized. RESULTS: Twenty-two C. parapsilosis sensu stricto isolates produced proteinase and three produced phospholipase. Most Candida metapsilosis isolates produced proteinase and one also produced phospholipase. All 29 isolates formed biofilms. CONCLUSIONS: The nosocomial environment may act as a reservoir for C. parapsilosis complex isolates with phenotypic features that could possibly lead to nosocomial infections and health complications in hospital patients.


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Peptide hydrolases/biosynthèse , Phospholipases/biosynthèse , Candida/enzymologie , Biofilms/croissance et développement , Candida/isolement et purification , Candida/métabolisme , Environnement d'établissement de santé , Hydrolyse
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