Statistical analysis
Statistical analysis was performed using GraphPad Prism 9 software. A
Chi-square test (or a Fisher’s exact test when necessary) was performed
to compare the final prevalences among groups according to each sample
modality. Association between fungal detection and qualitative variables
(extrinsic factors, clinical examination, clinical status) was evaluated
with a Chi-square test, as well as odds ratio, sensitivity, specificity
and predictive values. Association between fungal detection and
quantitative variables (neutrophil proportions) was determined using
Cochran-Mantel-Haenszel test. Values of P < 0.05 were
considered statistically significant.