Non-Albicans Candida Species as Opportunistic Pathogens: A Review

Abstract

Candida species are mycotic agents that are mostly regarded as opportunistic pathogens. They mostly appears as budding yeast with ability to form pseudo and true hyphae as well as biofilm on both biotic and abiotic surfaces. The genus Candida comprised of both albicans and non-albicans species. The review aimed to highlight on the non-albicans Candida species associated with human diseases. Relevant researches concerning the non-albicans Candida species like C. krusie, C. glabrata, and C. tropicalis among others were obtained through various search links (google, Baidu and Yandex). Candidiasis, pathgenesis of Candida species, epidemiological data, clinical presentations, and risk factors, prevention and control as well as treatment of candidiasis were discussed. The non-albican Candida also plays a significant role in opportunistic mycoses worldwide, but can be successfully treated using appropriate choice of antifungal agents.