The introduction of the first list of priority pathogenic fungi by the World Health Organization
stresses the need to research and develop public health actions to mitigate infections …

The presence of fungi in healthcare settings, including hemodialysis units, represents a
significant risk for immunocompromised patients. This study aimed to investigate the …

Infections caused by biofilm-forming agents have important implications for world health.
Mixed infections, caused by more than one etiological agent, are also an emerging problem …

abstract Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) endotoxin, a bacterial by-product, and potential dialysis
fluid contaminant is a major concern in dialysis water treatment for the detrimental health …

This research evaluated the physical-chemical and microbiological parameters of water and
dialysate in four distinct hemodialysis units located in the southeast region of Brazil. The …

Hemodialysis (HD) patients are exposed to large volumes of water and any contamination
may cause potential health risks. A multicenter study was aimed at evaluating and …