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D J Conces1, V A Vix, R D Tarver

  • 1Department of Radiology, Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis.

Journal of Thoracic Imaging
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Pleural infection by Cryptococcus neoformans is rare, usually affecting immunocompromised individuals. This report details two cases of pleural cryptococcosis in renal transplant recipients.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Mycology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Nephrology

Background:

  • Cryptococcus neoformans is an opportunistic fungal pathogen.
  • Pleural infections are uncommon manifestations of cryptococcosis.
  • Immunocompromised hosts are at higher risk for disseminated fungal infections.

Observation:

  • Two cases of pleural cryptococcosis are presented.
  • Both patients were recipients of renal transplants.
  • These patients represent a specific subset of immunocompromised individuals.

Findings:

  • Pleural infection by Cryptococcus neoformans occurred in two renal transplant patients.
  • This highlights an unusual presentation of cryptococcosis in this population.
  • The findings underscore the potential for diverse fungal infections post-transplantation.

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Implications:

  • Increased vigilance for fungal infections in renal transplant recipients is warranted.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment of Cryptococcus neoformans pleural infections are crucial.
  • This case series contributes to understanding fungal disease spectrum in solid organ transplant recipients.