Aspergillosis

Category: Infectious Disease / Fungal Infections

Aspergillosis is an infection or allergic reaction caused by a common type of mold (Aspergillus), primarily affecting the respiratory system, ranging from allergic reactions to invasive, life-threatening disease.

Global Prevalence

Estimated 15-20 million people globally affected by chronic pulmonary aspergillosis; invasive aspergillosis affects hundreds of thousands of immunocompromised patients annually (Denning, D.W. et al. Global burden of chronic pulmonary aspergillosis as a sequel to pulmonary tuberculosis. Bull World Health Organ 2011; 89:864-872)

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