Pichia kudriavzevii (formerly Candida krusei) is a budding yeast (a species of fungus) involved in chocolate production. P. kudriavzevii is an emerging fungal nosocomial pathogen primarily found in the immunocompromised and those with hematological malignancies. It has natural resistance to fluconazole, a standard antifungal agent.
Pichia kudriavzevii (formerly Candida krusei), a type of yeast fungus used in chocolate production, is becoming an increasingly common nosocomial pathogen among immunocompromised individuals and those with hematological malignancies. It has developed resistance to fluconazole, a commonly used antifungal drug.