Monitoring of Antifungal Prescriptions and Hospital-Acquired Fungal Infections: Data from National Prevalence Surveys Conducted in 2017 and 2022 in Healthcare Facilities
Introduction – National prevalence surveys (NPS) of healthcare-associated infections and antimicrobial treatments in healthcare facilities were conducted in 2017 and 2022 in France. The objective of this article is to describe, through a secondary analysis, the antifungal treatments (AF) and nosocomial fungal infections (NFI) observed in 2022, as well as their trends compared to 2017.Method – The 2017 and 2022 ENP surveys were conducted on a specific day between May 15 and June 30, including patients with short-, medium-, and long-term stays at participating healthcare facilities (i.e., 151,676 patients in 2022 versus 80,898 in 2017). Prevalence estimates for the hospitalized patient population in France are reported per 100 patients with a 95% confidence interval. The analyses take a sampling plan into account. Results – In 2022, the prevalence of AF treatments is estimated at 1.05 [0.93–1.16] per 100 patients, a significant increase compared to 2017 (0.78 [0.64–0.92]). The highest prevalences are in hematology and intensive care. The most commonly prescribed antifungals for curative treatment are fluconazole, amphotericin B, and caspofungin; for prophylaxis, they are posaconazole, amphotericin B, and fluconazole. The prevalence of patients with at least one antifungal infection was 0.23 [0.19–0.27] in 2022 compared to 0.14 [0.10–0.18] in 2017, representing a 64% increase. Candida albicans is the most common species. Conclusion – Given the increasing prevalence of antifungal treatments, it is essential to continue efforts to promote appropriate use, particularly by implementing coordinated, multidisciplinary initiatives that contribute to the effectiveness of care.
Author(s): Bienvenu Anne-Lise, Machut Anaïs, Vergnaud Ludivine, Foroni Luc, Daniau Côme, Savey Anne
Publishing year: 2026
Pages: 294-305
Weekly Epidemiological Bulletin, 2026, n° 14, p. 294-305
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