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Invasive neonatal candidosis

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Link to WHO Definition

Invasive neonatal candidosis – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1116154797

This is a fungal infection (mycosis) of any of the Candida species (all yeasts), of which Candida albicans is the most common. Invasive neonatal candidosis is a serious infection that can affect the blood, heart, brain, eyes, bones, or other parts of the body. A Candida bloodstream infection is the most common form of invasive candidosis.