Vulvovaginal trichosporonosis
2003
Vulvovaginal Trichosporonosis
Sample size: 13
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Paul Makela, Debbie Leaman, Jack D. Sobel
Primary Institution: Wayne State University School of Medicine
Hypothesis
What is the pathogenic role of Trichosporon species in vulvovaginal infections?
Conclusion
T. inkin is occasionally found in vulvovaginal cultures and is usually a non-pathogen.
Supporting Evidence
- All 18 vaginal isolates were T. inkin.
- Four out of 18 positive T. inkin cultures were obtained from asymptomatic patients.
- Nine out of 14 cultures from symptomatic patients had other diagnoses.
- Only one patient showed a clear pathogenic role for T. inkin.
Takeaway
This study looked at a rare yeast found in vaginal infections and found that it usually doesn't cause problems.
Methodology
Retrospective chart review of patients seen in the Vaginitis Clinic to identify those with Trichosporon species isolated.
Limitations
The study is limited by its small sample size and the retrospective nature of the data collection.
Participant Demographics
85% of patients were of African-American origin, with a mean age of 32 years.
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