Human Fungal Diseases: Diagnostics, Pathogenesis, Drug Resistance and Therapeutics

This reference book reviews the latest advancements in fungal infections and their impact on human health. It presents epidemiology, diagnosis, pathogenesis, risk factors, virulence mechanisms, treatment, and strategies for the disease management and prevention of fungal infections. The book further reviews host-pathogen interactions, biofilm formation, and quorum sensing. It also covers the clinical manifestations, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies of opportunistic fungal infections, emerging fungal infections, and allergic fungal infections. It presents the latest advancements in diagnostic methods and therapeutic strategies, covering both conventional techniques and state-of-the-art approaches. • Reviews pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment strategies against different fungalinfections • Examines the molecular mechanisms underlying fungal infections and their interactionswith the host immune system • Provides insights into conventional and modern techniques, including the latest diagnosticand therapeutic approaches • Discusses the role of nanotechnology, omics technologies, and novel strategies for prevention and control of fungal diseases • Presents antifungal drugs, their mechanisms of action, pharmacokinetics, and clinicalefficacy • Highlights the challenges posed by emerging fungal species and antifungal drug resistance Further, the book elucidates antifungal stewardship, nanotechnology, and omics technologies, providing insights into cutting-edge strategies for prevention, control, and management of multidrug-resistant fungi. This book is useful for researchers, students, and health professionals working in the fields of mycology, infectious diseases, immunology, dermatology, and pulmonology.