| Literature DB >> 19306226 |
Abstract
Aspergillus spp. are leading causes of morbidity and mortality in immunocompromised patients. This review provides an overview of host defenses, the mechanisms by which the alveolar-capillary barrier is breeched by Aspergillus, and the implications for diagnosis and treatment of patients with invasive pulmonary aspergillosis.Entities:
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Year: 2009 PMID: 19306226 DOI: 10.1080/13693780802510232
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Med Mycol ISSN: 1369-3786 Impact factor: 4.076