A5031196209- Viral gastroenteritis research and epidemiology
- Antifungal resistance and susceptibility
- Clostridium difficile and Clostridium perfringens research
- Nosocomial Infections in ICU
- Nail Diseases and Treatments
- Microscopic Colitis
- Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria
- Travel-related health issues
- Plant Pathogens and Fungal Diseases
- Fungal Infections and Studies
- Salmonella and Campylobacter epidemiology
- Mycobacterium research and diagnosis
- Infectious Diseases and Mycology
- Parasitic Infections and Diagnostics
- Cystic Fibrosis Research Advances
- Escherichia coli research studies
- Virus-based gene therapy research
- Viral Infections and Immunology Research
- Parasites and Host Interactions
- Respiratory viral infections research
- Leptospirosis research and findings
- Infection Control in Healthcare
- COVID-19 Clinical Research Studies
- Enterobacteriaceae and Cronobacter Research
- Healthcare and Environmental Waste Management
National Autonomous University of Honduras
2025
Vall d'Hebron Hospital Universitari
2007-2024
Vall d'Hebron Institut de Recerca
2021-2023
Guyra Paraguay
2021
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
2000-2019
Universitat de Barcelona
2019
Hebron University
2019
Instituto de Salud Carlos III
2016-2018
Red Espanola de Investigacion en Patologia Infecciosa
2016-2018
University of Carabobo
2012
In Central America, Honduras experienced a significant increase in SARS-CoV-2 infections between March 11, 2020, and January 26, 2022. Although limited research has been conducted on the impact of COVID-19 pandemic populations American countries, this study seeks to contribute existing body knowledge region. The objective was investigate variability mortality sociodemographic factors. A cross-sectional ecological study, using data from cases collected by National Risk Management System...
A remarkable percentage of acute gastroenteritis cases remain etiologically undiagnosed. The aim the study was to determine prevalence common and emerging enteric viruses, such as novel human astroviruses, among undiagnosed samples from children with gastroenteritis. Epidemiological studies for astroviruses are still scarce. Stool collected over two consecutive winter seasons (2016–2017) in Spain, which were negative bacteria, rotavirus, adenovirus by routine diagnostics screened real-time...
Abstract Background Several countries have recently reported the detection of ESBL-producing Shigella sonnei associated with transmission among MSM. In a previous study by our group, 2.8% spp. obtained from MSM in Barcelona between 2015 and 2019 were ESBL producers. Objectives To describe characterize emerging sexual detected 2020 to 2021 Barcelona, elucidating their connectivity contemporaneous other countries. Results From 2021, we identified that MSM, 68% S. XDR harbouring blaCTX-M-27 14%...
Abstract Norovirus infections are a leading cause of acute gastroenteritis outbreaks worldwide, with genotypes GII.2 and GII.4 being the most prevalent. The aim this study was to compare characteristics norovirus reported in Catalonia closed or semi-closed institutions 2017 2018. epidemiological clinical were compared using chi-square test Fisher's exact for categorical variables Mann–Whitney U continuous variables. Odds ratios their 95% confidence intervals estimated. 61 reported: causative...
Abstract We report a case of typhoid fever in traveler returning to Spain from Guatemala that was caused by Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi which produced an extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL). This finding demonstrates the presence ESBL-producing S. ser. strains Americas. Enhanced surveillance is necessary prevent further spread.
ABSTRACT We report 2 cases of recurrent Campylobacter coli enteritis caused by macrolide- and fluoroquinolone-resistant strains in patients with hypogammaglobulinemia, successfully treated a prolonged course fosfomycin-tromethamine no side effects. Fosfomycin-tromethamine may be feasible alternative therapy for species resistant to first-line drugs.
. Splash pads for recreational purposes are widespread. Using these can pose a health risk if they lack installation regulation and water quality supervision. Our aim was to describe waterborne disease outbreak caused by Clostridium perfringens Cryptosporidium spp. in Barcelona district the measures taken its control.
Novel human astroviruses (HAstV) were discovered 10 years ago and have been associated with fatal cases of central nervous system infections. Their role in gastroenteritis is controversial, as they identified symptomatic asymptomatic subjects. The aim the study was to investigate novel HAstV a case-control including pediatric population Spain over one-year period. We included stool samples from patients negative results for viruses screened by routine diagnostics, control subjects who sought...
We have tested 250 strains belonging to 15 species of clinically important dermatophytes and <i>Scopulariopsis</i> against ten antifungal drugs using an agar diffusion method (NeoSensitabs™, Rosco, Taastrup, Denmark). Some the experimental factors were adapted dermatophyte development, such as temperature (28 vs. 35°C) time incubation (2–5 days 21–74 h). The antifungals used are itraconazole, ketoconazole, miconazole, clotrimazole, sertaconazole, terbinafine, tioconazole,...
Prolonged or recurrent gastrointestinal symptoms may persist after acute traveller's diarrhoea (TD), even adequate treatment of the primary cause. This study aims to describe epidemiological, clinical and microbiological characteristics patients with post-infectious irritable bowel syndrome (PI-IBS) returning from tropical subtropical areas.We conducted a retrospective presenting between 2009 2018 at International Health referral centre in Barcelona persistent following diagnosis TD. PI-IBS...
ABSTRACT Mycobacteria were isolated from defrost water and tissue of sole ( Solea solea ), hake Merluccius merluccius cod Gadus morhua ling Genypterus blacodes monkfish Lophius piscatorius ) on Löwenstein-Jensen medium after incubation at different temperatures. Samples frozen fish obtained under sterile conditions inside a refrigeration chamber (−18 to −22°C) in wholesale market which these products are distributed shops for retail sale human consumption.
Amphotericin B (AMB) is considered the gold standard in treatment of serious systemic mycoses spite its nephrotoxicity and adverse effects. Association with lipids enables larger doses AMB to be given a longer t<sub>½</sub> C<sub>max</sub>, without toxic effects at lower concentrations. Liposome-encapsulated shows affinity for mammalian cells improves V<sub>d</sub>, thus decreasing toxicity. lipid complex (ABLC) an formulation associated biodegradable...
Invasive infections by Scedosporium prolificans have increased alarmingly in recent years, mainly immunosuppressed patients. The epidemiology, pathogenesis and the natural habitat of this pathogen are practically unknown. Isolates S. were distinguished from one another inter-simple-sequence-repeat (ISSR) fingerprinting, a technique based on high degree polymorphism multisatellite genetic markers used. This was found useful for typing 84 isolates different countries sources. assemblage tested...
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a major problem worldwide. In addition, the spectrum of STIs is now expanding, including parasitic, bacterial, and viral infections. The study retrospectively describes presence enteric pathogens among 73 patients with gastrointestinal symptoms enteritis proctocolitis attending to an STI unit in Barcelona, Spain, between 2015 2016. Only investigated for intestinal parasitic were included study. Different diagnostic procedures established detection...