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The changing epidemiology of invasive aspergillosis

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Some conclusions…<br />

• It is difficult to determine true incidence figures<br />

(roughly between 2-10%)<br />

• New risk groups have arisen (mainly COPD,<br />

critically ill patients, steroid treated patients)<br />

• Some genetic factors might be important,<br />

especially in immunocompromised patients<br />

• Be aware <strong>of</strong> azole resistance<br />

• Be aware <strong>of</strong> co-infections aspergillus - mucor

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