Progress for diagnosis of invasive fungal disease in children

Invasive fungal disease(IFD)is common in immunocompromised children, particularly in those with hematological malignancies.IFD is associated with onset complications and can cause high morbidity and mortality.In recent years, the incidence of IFD is increasing.More cases are reported in non-neutropenic and immunocompetent children without apparent underlying conditions.Early diagnosis and prompt therapy is key to better prognosis.This review focuses on the diagnostic methods on IFD. Key words: Invasive fungal disease; Children; Diagnosis