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S M Shinde1, K S Vanarse, A N Pandit

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, KEM Hospital, Sardar Mudliar Road, Rastapeth, Pune 411 001, India. shinde_sandeep@hotmail.com

Indian Pediatrics
|December 14, 2004
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This case study details a rare disseminated systemic cryptococcosis infection in an HIV-negative child caused by Cryptococcus humicolus. Prompt treatment with amphotericin B and fluconazole led to a successful recovery.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Mycology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Pediatric Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Disseminated systemic cryptococcosis is a serious fungal infection.
  • While various Cryptococcus species can cause disease, Cryptococcus humicolus is rarely implicated.
  • Cryptococcosis typically affects immunocompromised individuals, but can occur in those who are immunocompetent.

Observation:

  • A 7.5-year-old boy presented with disseminated systemic cryptococcosis.
  • The patient was confirmed to be HIV negative.
  • The causative agent was identified as Cryptococcus humicolus, marking a novel finding.

Findings:

  • The child received treatment with amphotericin B and fluconazole.
  • Intensive supportive care was administered alongside antifungal therapy.

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  • Clinical improvement was observed after six weeks of treatment.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights Cryptococcus humicolus as a potential pathogen in disseminated cryptococcosis, even in HIV-negative patients.
    • Early diagnosis and combination antifungal therapy are crucial for successful outcomes.
    • Further research into the pathogenicity and treatment of Cryptococcus humicolus infections is warranted.