Antifungal Resistance in Dermatophytes: Genetic Considerations, Clinical Presentations and Alternative Therapies

Numerous reports describe the emergence of resistance in dermatophytes, especially in <i>T. rubrum</i> and <i>T. mentagrophytes/indotineae</i> strains. We here present a review of the current status of resistance in dermatophytes worldwide. Resistance to terbinafine is mainly...

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Autores principales: Rosalie Sacheli, Marie-Pierre Hayette
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Publicado: MDPI AG 2021
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Acceso en línea:https://doaj.org/article/3776984b8bf54c7b8b3dc78dc8602410
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Sumario:Numerous reports describe the emergence of resistance in dermatophytes, especially in <i>T. rubrum</i> and <i>T. mentagrophytes/indotineae</i> strains. We here present a review of the current status of resistance in dermatophytes worldwide. Resistance to terbinafine is mainly discussed, with different mutations found in the squalene epoxidase gene also considered. Resistance to azoles is also approached. Clinical presentations caused by resistant dermatophytes are presented, together with alternative therapies that help to better manage these kind of infections.