Blood marker may spot hidden fungus in severe belly infections

NCT ID NCT03140748

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a substance called β-D-glucan in the blood can help doctors diagnose and monitor fungal infections in the belly (peritonitis). Researchers measured daily levels in 70 intensive care patients with and without yeast infections. The goal was to see if this test could improve detection and treatment tracking for these serious infections.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU Amiens Picardie

    Amiens, Picardie, 80054, France

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