Fungal infections of the central nervous system in critically ill children

Fungal infections of the central nervous system are still devastating and difficult to treat.A greater understanding of host characteristics, diagnostic criteria, and therapeutic options about the severe central nervous system fungal infection, has led to important advances in the diagnosis and management, and resulting in improved outcomes. Key words: Children; Central nervous system; Fungal infections; Predisposing factor; Diagnostic criteria; Therapeutic options,