The Prevalence, Etiological Agents, Clinical Features, Treatment, and Diagnosis of HIV-Associated Oral Candidiasis in Pediatrics Across the World: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

• Main Authors: Zahra Rafat (Author), Elahe Sasani (Author), Yahya Salimi (Author), Samaneh Hajimohammadi (Author), Mohammad Shenagari (Author), Davoud Roostaei (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A., 2021-12-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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In HIV-infected pediatrics, oral candidiasis (OC) is a global issue of concern due to its association with dysphagia, malnutrition, and mortality. The present systematic review and meta-analysis are the first to determine the prevalence of OC in HIV-infected pediatrics worldwide. We searched interna...