Nakaseomyces glabrata

Background

Microbiology

• Yeast previously known as Candida glabrata (previously in the genus Candida)
• Colonies are small, white to cream-colours, and shiny, pasty, and smooth
• On microscopy, they are small and oval, typically in dense groups, and have terminal single budding
• Pseudohyphae are absent (or rudimentary if present)

Clinical Manifestations

• Same as for Candida

Management

• In general, the same as for Candida
• Of note, isolates are often fluconazole-resistant, though they may be dose-dependent susceptible