Advancement in capsular dynamics of Cryptococcus neo formans
- Author:
Zhuo ZHAO
1
Author Information
1. Department of Dermatology
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Cryptococcus neo formans;
Dynamics;
Polysaccharide capsule
- From:
Academic Journal of Second Military Medical University
2010;28(7):726-728
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Cryptococcus neoformans is an important conditional pathogenic fungus; the capsular polysaccharide surrounding its outer wall is the first identified major toxic factor of Cryptococcus neoformans. This review summarizes the progress in the research of capsule characteristics and dynamics of Cryptococcus neoformans, including the structural changes, tissue constitution, development and growth, etc, hoping to provide a basis and new ideas for studying Cryptococcus neoformans related diseases.
