Human Fungal Diseases - Diagnostics, Pathogenesis, Drug Resistance and Therapeutics (Sep 17, 2024)_(1032633026)_(CRC Press).pdf

This reference book reviews the latest advancements in fungal infections and their impact on human health. It presents epidemiology, diagnosis, pathogenesis, risk factors, virulence mechanisms, treatment, and strategies for the disease management and prevention of fungal infections. The book further reviews host-pathogen interactions, biofilm formation, and quorum sensing. It also covers the clinical manifestations, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies of opportunistic fungal infections, emerging fungal infections, and allergic fungal infections. It presents the latest advancements in diagnostic methods and therapeutic strategies, covering both conventional techniques and state-of-the-art approaches. • Reviews pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment strategies against different fungalinfections • Examines the molecular mechanisms underlying fungal infections and their interactionswith the host immune system • Provides insights into conventional and modern techniques, including the latest diagnosticand therapeutic approaches • Discusses the role of nanotechnology, omics technologies, and novel strategies for prevention and control of fungal diseases • Presents antifungal drugs, their mechanisms of action, pharmacokinetics, and clinicalefficacy • Highlights the challenges posed by emerging fungal species and antifungal drug resistance Further, the book elucidates antifungal stewardship, nanotechnology, and omics technologies, providing insights into cutting-edge strategies for prevention, control, and management of multidrug-resistant fungi. This book is useful for researchers, students, and health professionals working in the fields of mycology, infectious diseases, immunology, dermatology, and pulmonology. This reference book reviews the latest advancements in the fungal infections and their impact on human health. It presents epidemiology, diagnosis, pathogenesis, risk factors, virulence mechanisms, treatment, and strategies for the disease management and prevention of fungal infections. The book further reviews host-pathogen interactions, biofilm formation, and quorum sensing. It also covers the clinical manifestations, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies of opportunistic fungal infections, emerging fungal infections, and allergic fungal infections. It presents the latest advancements in diagnostic methods and therapeutic strategies, covering both conventional techniques and state-of-the-art approaches.Further, the book elucidates antifungal stewardship, nanotechnology, and omics technologies, providing insights into cutting-edge strategies for prevention, control, and management of multidrug-resistant fungi. This book is useful for researchers, students, and health professionals working in the fields of mycology, infectious diseases, immunology, dermatology, and pulmonology. Cover Half Title Title Page Copyright Page Contents Foreword Preface Editor Contributors Chapter 1: Unraveling the World of Human Fungal Infections: An Introductory Exploration Chapter 2: Emerging Prevalence of Fungal Infections and Challenges in Development of New Antifungals Chapter 3: Understanding Trichophyton-Mediated Dermatophytosis: Key Factors and Treatment Insights Chapter 4: Opportunistic Fungal Infections Chapter 5: Allergic Fungal Infections Chapter 6: Therapeutic Challenge of Blastomycosis Chapter 7: Fungal Invasion: Deciphering the Pathogenesis of Infection Chapter 8: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Advancements in the Field of Antifungal Management Chapter 9: Mucormycosis Infection and Methods of Detection: An Overview Chapter 10: Antifungal Therapies and Drug Resistance Chapter 11: Antifungal Prevention and Control Strategies Chapter 12: Nanotechnology: An Advanced Approach toward the Treatment of Fungal Infections Chapter 13: Unraveling the Intricacies of Carbon Catabolic Repression and Glucose in Fungal Pathogenesis Index