Invasive fungal infections in patients with liver disease: immunological and clinical considerations for the intensive care unit
Abstract Patients with liver disease in the intensive care unit (ICU) face a unique susceptibility to infection due to the complex immune dysfunction resulting from hepatic failure. Bacterial infections are commonly present in these patients upon arrival to the hospital, often being the primary reason for ICU admission. In contrast, invasive fungal infections (IFIs) afflict […]