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Identification of lactic acid bacteria isolated from corn stovers	2011	Henan Provincial Key Laboratory of Ion Beam Bio-engineering, Zhengzhou University, Henan, China.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Animal science journal = Nihon chikusan Gakkaiho Periodical, Abbrev. Anim.Sci.J. Pub Date Free Form Oct Volume 82 Issue 5 Start Page 642 Other Pages 653 Notes CI: (c) 2011 The Authors. Animal Science Journal (c) 2011; JID: 100956805; 0 (DNA, Bacterial); 0 (RNA, Ribosomal, 16S); 2011/06/16 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication Australia ISSN/ISBN 1740-0929; 1344-3941 Accession Number PMID: 21951900 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.1111/j.1740-0929.2011.00894.x [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 21951900 Abstract One hundred and twenty-six strains were isolated from corn stover in Henan Province, China, of which 105 isolates were considered to be lactic acid bacteria (LAB) according to Gram-positive, catalase-negative and mainly metabolic lactic acid product. Analysis of the 16S ribosomal DNA sequence of 21 representative strains was used to confirm the presence of the predominant groups and to determine the phylogenetic affiliation of isolates. The sequences from the various LAB isolates showed high degrees of similarity to those of the GenBank type strains between 99.4% and 100%. The prevalent LAB, predominantly Lactobacillus (85.6%), consisted of L. plantarum (33.3%), L. pentosus (28.6%) and L. brevis (23.7%). Other LAB species as Leuconostoc lactis (4.8%), Weissella cibaria (4.8%) and Enterococcus mundtii (4.8%) also presented in corn stover. The present study is the first to fully document corn stover-associated LAB involved in the silage fermentation. The identification results revealed LAB composition inhabiting corn stover and enabling the future design of appropriate inoculants aimed at improving the fermentation quality of silage. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Japanese Society of Animal Science Data Source Authors Pang,H., Zhang,M., Qin,G., Tan,Z., Li,Z., Wang,Y., Cai,Y. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20110616 PMCID Editors
Is self interdental cleaning associated with dental plaque levels, dental calculus, gingivitis and periodontal disease?	2012	Australian Research Centre for Population Oral Health, School of Dentistry, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. leonard.crocombe@adelaide.edu.au	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Journal of periodontal research Periodical, Abbrev. J.Periodontal.Res. Pub Date Free Form Apr Volume 47 Issue 2 Start Page 188 Other Pages 197 Notes CI: (c) 2011; JID: 0055107; 0 (Chewing Gum); 0 (Mouthwashes); 2011/09/28 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication Denmark ISSN/ISBN 1600-0765; 0022-3484 Accession Number PMID: 21954940 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.; D; IM DOI 10.1111/j.1600-0765.2011.01420.x [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 21954940 Abstract BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: To ascertain whether interdental cleaning behaviours of Australian adults were associated with lower levels of plaque, gingivitis and periodontal disease. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Data were obtained from the National Survey of Adult Oral Health 2004-06. Outcome variables were three indicators of oral hygiene outcomes (the presence or not of dental plaque, dental calculus and gingivitis) and two of periodontal disease (the presence or not of at least one tooth with a periodontal pocket or clinical attachment loss of >/= 4 mm). The independent variable was classified into the following three groups: regularly clean interproximally 'at least daily' (daily+); 'less than daily' ( Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher John Wiley & Sons A/S Data Source Authors Crocombe,L.A., Brennan,D.S., Slade,G.D., Loc,D.O. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20110928 PMCID Editors
Smoking among patients of selected specialist clinics of Miedzylesie Specialist Hospital in Warsaw	2011	Zaklad Pielegniarstwa Klinicznego Wydzialu Nauki o Zdrowiu Warszawskiego Uniwersytetu Medycznego. dpytka@interia.pl	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Przeglad lekarski Periodical, Abbrev. Przegl.Lek. Pub Date Free Form Volume 68 Issue 5 Start Page 243 Other Pages 247 Notes LR: 20151119; JID: 19840720R; 0 (Tobacco Smoke Pollution); ppublish Place of Publication Poland ISSN/ISBN 0033-2240; 0033-2240 Accession Number PMID: 21961410 Language pol SubFile English Abstract; Journal Article; IM DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 21961410 Abstract The purpose of the study is to examine the issue of smoking among patients of selected clinics of the Miedzylesie Specialist Hospital in Warsaw, assessment of nicotine addiction of smokers and motivation to give up smoking. The survey was carried out in June and July 2009 after obtaining the consent of the Director of Miedzylesie Specialist Hospital in Warsaw. The survey was participated in by 100 patients of selected specialist clinics. The survey was carried out on the basis of a questionnaire consisting of 7 questions. Furthermore, the "Test of motivation to give up smoking" (Schneider's test) and the "Assessment of nicotine addiction level" (Fagerstrom's test), published in the "Consensus regarding recognition and treatment of nicotine addiction", were used. When processing data, the descriptive statistics were applied. Those surveyed included 53 former cigarette smokers 47 active smokers and. In the group of former smokers, 19 people still were exposed to passive smoking. In the past, the problem regarded 41 people. Thirty former smokers smoked cigarettes among non-smokers, including young children (18 people) and when pregnant and breastfeeding (2 people). Also 30 respondents smoked despite medical contraindications and bad conscience. For 27 people, expenditures on cigarettes constituted a considerable burden of their respective household budgets, and 20 said that it was a significant item in their expenditures. Smokers have been smoking cigarettes for 30 years, on average 20 cigarettes a day. Those patients began to smoke at the age of 20. Thirty one active smokers exposed other people to passive smoking and 38 respondents smoked cigarettes despite medical contraindications and with bad conscience. For 22 people, expenditures related to smoking are a considerable burden of the household budget and for 21 people, it is a significant expenditure. Almost one half of the patients smoke cigarettes although they should brake off smoking for medical reasons. Most of those surveyed (32 people) are motivated to brake off smoking. Those people are highly (13 people) and extremely (9 people) addicted to nicotine. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Pytka,D., Doboszynska,A. Original/Translated Title Palenie tytoniu wsrod pacjentow wybranych poradni specjalistycznych Miedzyleskiego Szpitala Specjalistycznego w Warszawie URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Smoking-cessation prevalence among U.S. smokers of menthol versus non-menthol cigarettes	2011	Center for Tobacco Surveillance and Evaluation Research, School of Public Health, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA. delnevo@umdnj.edu	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full American Journal of Preventive Medicine Periodical, Abbrev. Am.J.Prev.Med. Pub Date Free Form Oct Volume 41 Issue 4 Start Page 357 Other Pages 365 Notes CI: Copyright (c) 2011; JID: 8704773; 0 (Flavoring Agents); 1490-04-6 (Menthol); 2011/06/10 [received]; 2011/06/27 [revised]; 2011/06/28 [accepted]; ppublish Place of Publication Netherlands ISSN/ISBN 1873-2607; 0749-3797 Accession Number PMID: 21961462 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.; IM DOI 10.1016/j.amepre.2011.06.039 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 21961462 Abstract BACKGROUND: The Food and Drug Administration currently is assessing the public health impact of menthol cigarettes. Whether menthol cigarettes pose increased barriers to quitting is a critical issue because previous declines in smoking prevalence have stalled. PURPOSE: To explore whether menthol cigarette smokers are less likely to quit than non-menthol smokers at the population level and whether this relationship differs by race/ethnicity. METHODS: Cross-sectional analyses of the 2003 and 2006/2007 Tobacco Use Supplement to the Current Population Survey were conducted in 2010. Multiple logistic regressions were used to calculate the adjusted odds of cessation for menthol smoking relative to non-menthol smoking. Five different sample restrictions were used to assess the robustness of the findings. RESULTS: In the broadest sample restriction, menthol smokers were less likely to have quit smoking (AOR=0.91, 95% CI=0.87, 0.96). This relationship holds among whites (AOR=0.93, 95% CI=0.88, 0.98) and blacks (AOR=0.81, 95% CI=0.67, 0.98). The magnitude of the relationship among Hispanics was similar to that among whites, but differed by Hispanic origin. Among those of Mexican origin, the AOR for menthol smokers was protective but not significant (AOR=1.29, 95% CI=0.99, 1.61), whereas among those of Puerto Rican origin, menthol smokers were less likely to have quit (AOR=0.57, 95% CI=0.37, 0.87). These findings were robust and significant in four of five sample restrictions. CONCLUSIONS: Smoking menthol cigarettes is associated with decreased cessation at the population level, and this association is more pronounced among black and Puerto Rican smokers. These findings support the recent calls to ban menthol flavoring in cigarettes. Descriptors Adolescent, Adult, Age Distribution, Aged, Cross-Sectional Studies, Ethnic Groups/statistics & numerical data, Flavoring Agents/administration & dosage, Humans, Logistic Models, Male, Menthol/administration & dosage, Middle Aged, Retrospective Studies, Self Report, Sex Distribution, Smoking/epidemiology/psychology, Smoking Cessation/ethnology/statistics & numerical data, Socioeconomic Factors, Tobacco/adverse effects/classification, Young Adult Links Book Title Database Publisher American Journal of Preventive Medicine. Published by Elsevier Inc Data Source Authors Delnevo,C. D., Gundersen,D. A., Hrywna,M., Echeverria,S. E., Steinberg,M. B. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Secondhand smoke levels in public building main entrances: outdoor and indoor PM2.5 assessment	2012	Tobacco Control Unit, Cancer Prevention and Control Programme, Institut Catala d'Oncologia-ICO, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Tobacco control Periodical, Abbrev. Tob.Control Pub Date Free Form Nov Volume 21 Issue 6 Start Page 543 Other Pages 548 Notes LR: 20151119; JID: 9209612; 0 (Air Pollutants); 0 (Tobacco Smoke Pollution); 6M3C89ZY6R (Nicotine); 2011/09/28 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication England ISSN/ISBN 1468-3318; 0964-4563 Accession Number PMID: 21964181 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.1136/tobaccocontrol-2011-050040 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 21964181 Abstract BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: To describe secondhand smoke (SHS) levels in halls and main entrances (outdoors) in different buildings by measurement of PM(2.5) and airborne nicotine. METHODS: Cross-sectional study in a sample of 47 public buildings. The authors studied SHS levels derived from PM(2.5) (micrograms per cubic metre) using TSI SidePak Personal Aerosol Monitors. The authors tested four locations within buildings: hall, main entrance (outdoor), control (indoor) and control (outdoor). The authors also measured airborne nicotine concentration (micrograms per cubic metre) in main entrances (outdoor). The authors computed medians and IQRs to describe the data. Spearman correlation coefficient (rsp) was used to explore the association between PM(2.5) concentrations simultaneously measured in halls and main entrances as well as between PM(2.5) and nicotine concentrations. RESULTS: The authors obtained an overall median PM(2.5) concentration of hall 18.20 mug/m(3) (IQR: 10.92-23.92 mug/m(3)), main entrance (outdoor) 17.16 mug/m(3) (IQR: 10.92-24.96 mug/m(3)), control (indoor) 10.40 mug/m(3) (IQR: 6.76-15.60 mug/m(3)) and control (outdoor) 13.00 mug/m(3) (IQR: 8.32-18.72 mug/m(3)). The PM(2.5) concentration in halls was more correlated with concentration in the main entrances (outdoors) (rsp=0.518, 95% CI 0.271 to 0.701) than with the control indoor (rsp=0.316, 95% CI 0.032 to 0.553). The Spearman correlation coefficient between nicotine and PM(2.5) concentration was 0.365 (95% CI -0.009 to 0.650). CONCLUSIONS: Indoor locations where smoking is banned are not completely free from SHS with levels similar to those obtained in the immediate entrances (outdoors) where smoking is allowed, indicating that SHS from outdoors settings drifts to adjacent indoors. These results warrant a revision of current smoke-free policies in particular outdoor settings. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Sureda,X., Martinez-Sanchez,J.M., Lopez,M.J., Fu,M., Aguero,F., Salto,E., Nebot,M., Fernandez,E. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20110928 PMCID Editors
Is snus the same as dip? Smokers' perceptions of new smokeless tobacco advertising	2013	University of California San Francisco, 530 Parnassus Ave, Suite 366, Box 1390, San Francisco, CA 94143-1390, USA. pling@medicine.ucsf.edu	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Tobacco control Periodical, Abbrev. Tob.Control Pub Date Free Form Mar Volume 22 Issue 2 Start Page 84 Other Pages 90 Notes LR: 20150129; GR: R01 CA141661/CA/NCI NIH HHS/United States; GR: R01-CA141661/CA/NCI NIH HHS/United States; JID: 9209612; NIHMS416375; OID: NLM: NIHMS416375; OID: NLM: PMC3599427; 2011/10/04 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication England ISSN/ISBN 1468-3318; 0964-4563 Accession Number PMID: 21972063 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.1136/tobaccocontrol-2011-050022 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 21972063 Abstract BACKGROUND: Since 2006, leading US cigarette companies have been promoting new snus products as line extensions of popular cigarette brands. These promotional efforts include direct mail marketing to consumers on cigarette company mailing lists. This study examines smokers' reactions to this advertising and perceptions of the new snus products. METHODS: Eight focus groups (n=65 participants) were conducted in San Francisco and Los Angeles in 2010 with smokers who received tobacco direct mail advertising. The focus group discussions assessed smokers' perceptions of the new snus products. Focus group videos were transcribed and coded using Transana software to identify common themes. RESULTS: Most participants were aware of snus advertising and many had tried free samples. Most were aware that snus was supposed to be 'different' from traditional chewing tobacco but consistently did not know why. Participants willing to try snus still identified strongly as smokers, and for some participants, trying snus reinforced their preference for smoking. Snus' major benefits were use in smoke-free environments and avoiding social stigma related to secondhand smoke. Participants were sceptical of the idea that snus was safer than cigarettes and did not see it as an acceptable substitute for cigarettes or as a cessation aid. CONCLUSIONS: Smokers repeated some messages featured in early snus advertising. Snus was not seen as an acceptable substitute for smoking or way to quit cigarettes. Current smoker responses to snus advertising are not consistent with harm reduction. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Bahreinifar,S., Sheon,N.M., Ling,P.M. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20111004 PMCID PMC3599427 Editors
Long-term study of migration of volatile organic compounds from cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) pipes and effects on drinking water quality	2011	Division of Environmental Medicine, Department of Water Hygiene, Norwegian Institute of Public Health, PO Box 4404 Nydalen, NO-0403 Oslo, Norway. vidar.lund@fhi.no	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Journal of water and health Periodical, Abbrev. J.Water.Health. Pub Date Free Form Sep Volume 9 Issue 3 Start Page 483 Other Pages 497 Notes LR: 20121115; JID: 101185420; 0 (Drinking Water); 0 (Methyl Ethers); 0 (Volatile Organic Compounds); 0 (Water Pollutants, Chemical); 29I4YB3S89 (methyl tert-butyl ether); 9002-88-4 (Polyethylene); ppublish Place of Publication England ISSN/ISBN 1477-8920; 1477-8920 Accession Number PMID: 21976195 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.2166/wh.2011.165 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 21976195 Abstract The objectives of this study were to investigate migration of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) pipes used for drinking water produced by different production methods, and to evaluate their potential risk for human health and/or influence on aesthetic drinking water quality. The migration tests were carried out in accordance with EN-1420-1, and VOCs were analysed by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry. The levels of VOC migrating from new PEX pipes were generally low, and decreasing with time of pipe use. No association was found between production method of PEX pipes and concentration of migration products. 2,4-di-tert-butyl phenol and methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE) were two of the major individual components detected. In three new PEX pipes, MTBE was detected in concentrations above the recommended US EPA taste and odour value for drinking water, but decreased below this value after 5 months in service. However, the threshold odour number (TON) values for two pipes were similar to new pipes even after 1 year in use. For seven chemicals for which conclusions on potential health risk could be drawn, this was considered of no or very low concern. However, odour from some of these pipes could negatively affect drinking water for up to 1 year. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Lund,V., Anderson-Glenna,M., Skjevrak,I., Steffensen,I.L. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Air nicotine monitoring for second hand smoke exposure in public places in India	2011	Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, New Delhi, India.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Indian journal of community medicine : official publication of Indian Association of Preventive & Social Medicine Periodical, Abbrev. Indian.J.Community Med. Pub Date Free Form Apr Volume 36 Issue 2 Start Page 98 Other Pages 103 Notes LR: 20130529; JID: 9315574; OID: NLM: PMC3180954; OTO: NOTNLM; 2011/03/10 [received]; 2011/07/06 [accepted]; ppublish Place of Publication India ISSN/ISBN 1998-3581; 0970-0218 Accession Number PMID: 21976792 Language eng SubFile Journal Article DOI 10.4103/0970-0218.84126 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 21976792 Abstract BACKGROUND: Air nicotine monitoring is an established method of measuring exposure to second hand smoke (SHS). Not much research has been done in India to measure air nicotine for the purpose of studying exposure to SHS. It is a risk factor and many diseases are known to occur among non smokers if they are exposed to second hand smoke. OBJECTIVE: To conduct monitoring of air nicotine for second hand smoke exposure in public places across major cities in India. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A cross sectional survey was conducted across four cities across the country, using passive air monitoring. The buildings included hospitals, secondary schools, Governmental offices, bars and restaurants. The buildings were selected through convenience sampling method keeping in view specific sentinel locations of interest. RESULT: The presence of air nicotine was recorded in most of the buildings under the study, which included government buildings, hospitals, schools, restaurants and entertainment venues (bars) in all four cities under the study. The highest median levels of air nicotine were found in entertainment venues and restaurants in cities. CONCLUSION: The presence of air nicotine in indoor public places indicates weak implementation of existing smoke free law in India. The findings of this study provide a baseline characterization of exposure to SHS in public places in India, which could be used to promote clean indoor air policies and programs and monitor and evaluate the progress and future smoke-free initiatives in India. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Kaur,J., Prasad,V.M. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID PMC3180954 Editors
Prevalence of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae in food-producing animals	2012	Department of Microbiology, Shizuoka Institute of Environment and Hygiene, 4-27-2 Kitaando, Aoi, Shizuoka 420-8637, Japan. midori1_hiroi@pref.shizuoka.lg.jp	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full The Journal of veterinary medical science / the Japanese Society of Veterinary Science Periodical, Abbrev. J.Vet.Med.Sci. Pub Date Free Form Feb Volume 74 Issue 2 Start Page 189 Other Pages 195 Notes JID: 9105360; 0 (DNA, Bacterial); EC 3.5.2.- (beta-lactamase CTX-M-14); EC 3.5.2.6 (beta-Lactamases); 2011/10/07 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication Japan ISSN/ISBN 1347-7439; 0916-7250 Accession Number PMID: 21979457 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI JST.JSTAGE/jvms/11-0372 [pii] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 21979457 Abstract To evaluate the diversity of extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBL) genes among food-producing animals, 48 isolates of ESBL-producing Escherichia coli isolates were obtained from rectal samples of broilers, layers, beef cattle and pigs, at the slaughterhouse level. ESBL-carrying E. coli were isolated from 60.0% of individual broiler rectal samples, 5.9% of layers, 12.5% of beef cattle and 3% of pigs. One ESBL-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae was isolated from a broiler. The ESBL-positive E. coli isolates from broilers harbored various ESBL genes: bla (SHV-12), bla(CTX-M-2), bla(CTX-M-14), bla(CTX-M-15) and bla(CTX-M-44). The plasmid DNAs were analyzed by restriction patterns. Homogeneous band patterns were yielded in those of K. pneumoniae and E. coli isolates harboring the bla(CTX-M-2) gene from different farms. No genetic relation between the 2 CTX-M-14 ESBL-producing strains was found by pulsed-field gel electrophoresis, although 2 plasmids in these strains, obtained from different broiler farms, were similar to each other. This study provides evidence that the proliferation of CTX-M-producing E. coli is due to the growth of indigenous CTX-M-producing strains and the possible emergence of strains that acquired CTX-M genes by horizontal transfer in different broiler farms. CTX-M-producing coliforms in broilers should be controlled due to the critical importance of cephalosporins and the zoonotic potential of ESBL-producing bacteria. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Hiroi,M., Yamazaki,F., Harada,T., Takahashi,N., Iida,N., Noda,Y., Yagi,M., Nishio,T., Kanda,T., Kawamori,F., Sugiyama,K., Masuda,T., Hara-Kudo,Y., Ohashi,N. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20111007 PMCID Editors
Distribution and antifungal susceptibility of Candida species causing nosocomial candiduria	2012	Department of Medical Microbiology, Akdeniz University Medical Faculty, Antalya, Turkey.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Medical mycology Periodical, Abbrev. Med.Mycol. Pub Date Free Form Jul Volume 50 Issue 5 Start Page 529 Other Pages 532 Notes LR: 20131213; JID: 9815835; 0 (Antifungal Agents); 8VZV102JFY (Fluconazole); 2011/10/11 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication England ISSN/ISBN 1460-2709; 1369-3786 Accession Number PMID: 21988703 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.3109/13693786.2011.618996 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 21988703 Abstract The aim of the study was to investigate the distribution of Candida species isolated from urine specimens of hospitalized patients in Akdeniz University Hospital, Antalya, Turkey, as well as their susceptibilities to antifungal agents. A total of 100 patients who had nosocomial candiduria between March 2003 and May 2004 at the facility were included in the study. Organisms were identified by conventional methods and the use of API ID 32C strips. Susceptibilities of the isolates to amphotericin B were determined by Etest, whereas the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) values of these same strains to fluconazole, voriconazole and caspofungin were assessed using the broth microdilution method. The most common species recovered was C. albicans 44% of all yeasts, followed by C. tropicalis (20%), C. glabrata (18%), C. krusei (6%), C. famata (5%), C. parapsilosis (4%), C. kefyr (2%) and C. guilliermondii (1%). A total of nine (9%) of the isolates, including five C. krusei and four C. glabrata isolates were susceptible dose-dependent (SDD) to fluconazole. In constrast, only two C. glabrata and one C. krusei isolates were resistant to this antifungal. The voriconazole MICs for all Candida isolates were =0.5 mug/ml, except for one C. glabrata isolate with a MIC value of 2 mug/ml. Among all isolates, 94% were susceptible to amphotericin B with MIC values of Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Ozhak-Baysan,B., Ogunc,D., Colak,D., Ongut,G., Donmez,L., Vural,T., Gunseren,F. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20111011 PMCID Editors

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