He is in good health the 64-year-old infected with the fungus Candida auriswho remains for treatment at the University Hospital of Heraklion.
According to his information cretapostthe fungus was detected in a random laboratory test performed on 64 year old patient who arrived at PAGNI for hospitalization and specialized medical examinations as a transfer from another hospital in Crete.
In fact, the Commander of the Hospital, Mr. George Chalkiadakis, states that “when the fungus is parasitic and does not cause inflammation, it is not dangerous for the health of patients.”
At the same time, he appears reassuring and points out that “all appropriate measures have been taken to protect both the patient himself and the medical and nursing staff. The 64-year-old was quarantined and is in good health. “
The adventure of his health and how the germ was identified
The 64-year-old was admitted to the University Hospital initially with a serious heart problem and his hospitalization in an Intensive Care Unit was deemed necessary by the treating doctors.
In PAGNI, however, there was no empty bed and so the doctors, in consultation with the Rethymnon hospital, decided to transfer him there.
The patient was hospitalized in the ICU of Rethymno hospital and as soon as his health condition stabilized he was taken back to PAGNI.
The 64-year-old from Heraklion developed a fever and during the laboratory examination the doctors discovered the fungus. The patient had no symptoms due to his Candida auris infection.
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