IJSR International Journal of Scientific Research 2277 - 8179 Indian Society for Health and Advanced Research ijsr-8-6-19802 Original Research Paper EPIDEMIOLOGY OF NEONATAL CANDIDEMIA: A STUDY FROM EASTERN INDIA HASINA BANU Dr. DR. MANOJ KUMAR GUPTA Dr. June 2019 8 6 01 02 ABSTRACT

Introduction: To assess the epidemiology of neonatal Candida blood stream infection and its significant predisposing factors. Methods: Medical records of neonatal candidemia over 4 years were reviewed. Clinical details and species distribution were noted. Results: Out of 923, 89 neonate developed Candidemia and commonly isolated Candida species were C.parapsilosis, C. albicans and C. tropicalis. Low birth weight was found to be significantly associated with candidemia. Conclusions: Epidemiology of neonatal candidemia is essential for prophylactic initiation of antifungals in risk group and early and appropriate treatment of the patients.