Disseminated histoplasmosis in immunocompetent patients from an arid zone in Western India: A case series
Histoplasmosis is a systemic fungal disease caused by dimorphic fungus Histoplasma capsulatum and is more common in immunocompromised patients. We report two cases of disseminated histoplasmosis in immunocompetent individuals from a non-endemic zone in Western India. Rapid diagnostic tests like urin...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2019-09-01
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| Series: | Medical Mycology Case Reports |
| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2211753919300600 |
| Summary: | Histoplasmosis is a systemic fungal disease caused by dimorphic fungus Histoplasma capsulatum and is more common in immunocompromised patients. We report two cases of disseminated histoplasmosis in immunocompetent individuals from a non-endemic zone in Western India. Rapid diagnostic tests like urinary antigen detection and molecular assays comprise the need of the hour as early initiation of antifungal therapy can be life-saving. Clinicians need to be aware of this entity to prevent misdiagnosis and initiate prompt effective management. |
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| ISSN: | 2211-7539 |