@article{MRA, author = {Sophie Carlson and David Shabsovich and Gary Schiller}, title = { Invasive mold infections in neutropenic patients with hematologic malignancies}, journal = {Medical Research Archives}, volume = {13}, number = {1}, year = {2025}, keywords = {}, abstract = {Invasive mold infections are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality among patients with hematologic malignancies, primarily due to the prolonged periods of profound neutropenia that characterize these diseases. As our population continues to age, the incidence of hematologic malignancies is expected to rise, further exacerbating the public health burden posed by fungal infections. Therefore, it is crucial to enhance our understanding of the landscape of invasive mold infections and the underlying mechanisms by which this patient population becomes infected. Such knowledge is essential for developing effective prevention strategies and improving the management of these infections in hematologic malignancies. This review will examine the reasons why patients with hematologic malignancies represent an at-risk population for invasive mold infections, with a particular focus on the deficiencies in the host immune system. We will also address some of the challenges associated with diagnosing these infections in a vulnerable population and review current and emerging technologies aimed at improving detection. Lastly, this review will evaluate the current literature on prophylaxis and treatment options, as well as more novel therapies under development.}, issn = {2375-1924}, doi = {10.18103/mra.v13i1.6052}, url = {https://esmed.org/MRA/mra/article/view/6052} }