In vitro evaluation of hydrolytic enzyme activity and biofilm formation of Candida parapsilosis species complex from a nosocomial environment
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
; 50(4): 558-561, July-Aug. 2017. tab, graf
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ABSTRACT
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.Palabras clave
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Asunto principal:
Péptido Hidrolasas
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Fosfolipasas
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Candida
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Biopelículas
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Revista:
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
Asunto de la revista:
MEDICINA TROPICAL
Año:
2017
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Article
País de afiliación:
Brasil