Predominance of Trichophyton tonsurans causing tinea capitis: A 12-year retrospective study in the north of Iran
Background and purpose: Among different clinical entities of dermatophytosis, tinea capitis (TC) is considered a major public health challenge in the world, especially in regions with poor health and low income. Therefore, this study aimed to provide a retrospective analysis of the patients suspected of TC who were referred to the medical mycology laboratory of Mazandaran, a northern province of Iran. Materials and methods: A retrospective analysis was performed on the...