Does nisin Z inhibit the growth of Candida albicans and its transition from blastospore to hyphal form?
Our findings indicate that nisin Z significantly reduced C. albicans growth and transition. These effects may have occurred through ultrastructural modifications of this yeast.
Our study confirmed an increase in serum leptin during acute peritonitis and a prolonged course of systemic inflammation after apparent clinical remission of peritonitis. These factors related to the persistent chronic inflammation may contribute to the development of malnourishment and poor survival rate.