Abstract: Candida auris is an emerging yeast fungus, oval or ovoid in shape, with a size of approximately (2.0-3.0)μm × (2.5-5.0)μm, capable of growing singly or in clusters. It was first isolated and identified in the ear canal secretions of a patient from Japan in 2009, and has since rapidly spread to over 40 countries worldwide. This fungus can colonize human skin and cause systemic deep fungal infections when the host's immunity is low, with infections commonly occurring in critical medical environments. A typical characteristic of Candida auris is its multidrug resistance, leading to limited treatment options. Thereby, its invasive infections can result in mortality rates as high as 30%-60%, posing a significant threat to the health and safety of immunocompromised individuals. In order to enhance the awareness of healthcare professionals in China about this fungus, this article provides a comprehensive review of Candida auris, covering itsetiology, global epidemiology, clinical features, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and control, aiming to offer direct or indirect theoretical and practical references for future clinical treatment and research efforts.

Key words: Candida auris, Etiology, Infection, Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention and control