Dimorphic Fungi (Part 1) - Veterinary Bacteriology and Mycology

In this lecture, I discuss a fascinating group of organisms which grow as yeasts at body temperature and moulds (the mycelial phase) in the environment - the dimorphic fungi. The epidemiology of these organisms is inextricably intertwined with their geographic distribution; people and animals at risk either reside within or travel to endemic areas. Interestingly, the distribution of Coccidioides immitis, the agent of Valley Fever, may be increasing as climate expands the geographic region permissive to its growth. In addition to Coccidioides, I'll cover the basic microbiological characteristics, taxonomy, virulence factors, common clinical presentations, sample collection and diagnostic strategies, zoonotic potential and treatment options of Blastomyces, Histoplasma and Sporothrix.
The notes associated with this lecture have been deposited here: harvest.usask.ca/items/61876b...
Credits
Music: Schumann, R. Aufschwung, Op. 12 No. 2 by Robert Schumann. (August 12, 2023). [Recorded by M.C. Gaunt] Used with permission of the performer.

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