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Fatal Cryptococcal Meningitis in an Immunocompetent Patient Publisher Pubmed



M Shabani MINOOSH ; B Bashardoust BAHAREH ; Am Barac Aleksandra M ; J Xu JIANPING ; L Alcazarfuoli LAURA ; A Ahmadi ALI ; S Montazeri SAREH ; S Khodavaisy SADEGH
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Source: Journal of Infection in Developing Countries Published:2025


Abstract

Introduction: Cryptococcal meningitis (CM) typically affects immunocompromised individuals and are commonly caused by Cryptococcus neoformans. Case Report: We present CM case involving an immunocompetent male due to Cryptococcus gattii molecular type VGI. Results: This case illustrates the diagnostic and management challenges associated with CM and emphasizes the need for continued vigilance in monitoring and understanding the epidemiology of cryptococcal infections in diverse patient populations. Conclusions: Our case highlights the significant morbidity associated with cryptococcosis. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.
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