February 2023

Identification and antifungal susceptibility of Candida species isolated from vulvovaginal candidiasis in Dakar

In Senegal, studies regarding the distribution of Candida species involved in vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) and their antifungal susceptibility are scarce. Here we reported the frequency of Candida species isolated in VVC and their antifungal susceptibility in Dakar. A cross-sectional study included women referred to the laboratory of the Military Hospital of Ouakam for vaginal discharge was carried out. From each...

Author(s): Seck Mame Cheikh, Engo Pasca Elie, Gueye Papa Aly Thiam, Faye Cheikh, Mbow Moustapha, Diongue Khadim, Diallo Mamadou Alpha, Ndiaye Mouhamadou, Badiane Aida Sadikh and Ndiaye Daouda