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Area of Science:

  • Pulmonology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Pulmonary cryptococcoma is a rare fungal infection that can present as a lung mass.
  • Patients with diabetes mellitus and a history of pulmonary tuberculosis are at increased risk.
  • Distinguishing fungal infections from lung cancer is crucial for appropriate management.

Observation:

  • A 45-year-old male with a history of pulmonary tuberculosis and newly diagnosed diabetes presented with symptoms suggestive of a lung mass.
  • Imaging studies revealed a right lower lobe mass with significant contrast enhancement.
  • Histopathological examination of ultrasound-guided biopsy showed granulomas with yeast cells, indicative of cryptococcosis.

Findings:

  • The case highlights a pulmonary cryptococcoma mimicking lung cancer in an immunocompromised patient.
  • Diagnosis was confirmed through histopathology, identifying Cryptococcus species.
  • No evidence of disseminated infection was found.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of considering fungal infections in the differential diagnosis of lung masses, especially in at-risk populations.
  • Early and accurate diagnosis through histopathology is essential for effective treatment.
  • Prompt antifungal therapy can lead to favorable outcomes, preventing misdiagnosis and delayed treatment for potentially malignant conditions.