Prevalence of Non-Albicans Species in Acute Vulvovaginal Candidiasis
Author Information
Author(s): J. Gunter, K. Ault, S. Faro
Primary Institution: University of Kansas Medical Center
Hypothesis
Determine the prevalence of non-albicans species in acute vulvovaginal candidiasis.
Conclusion
Non-albicans strains are responsible for a significant number of acute vaginal fungal infections, isolated with the same frequency from asymptomatic women.
Supporting Evidence
- 72.4% of women with clinically diagnosed acute vulvovaginal candidiasis had positive fungal cultures.
- 70.5% of the isolates were C. albicans.
- 19.4% of asymptomatic controls had positive fungal cultures.
Takeaway
This study looked at women with a yeast infection and found that some had different types of yeast that are usually not the main cause of these infections.
Methodology
A prospective study of 82 women with acute vulvovaginal candidiasis and 76 matched controls was performed, evaluating symptoms and conducting cultures.
Limitations
The study only included women with clinically diagnosed acute vulvovaginal candidiasis.
Participant Demographics
Women presenting with symptoms of acute vulvovaginal candidiasis.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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