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  • Infectious Diseases
  • Immunology

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  • Comprehensive review of paracoccidioidomycosis, covering *P. lutzii* and cryptic *P. brasiliensis* species.
  • Details geographical distribution across Latin America and challenges in serological diagnosis.
  • Updates on predisposing genetic factors and the veterinary epidemiology of paracoccidioidomycosis.

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  • To synthesize current knowledge on paracoccidioidomycosis.
  • To characterize cell-mediated immunity with recent findings.
  • To compare diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on paracoccidioidomycosis.
  • Comparative analysis of serological diagnostic methods for accuracy.
  • Evaluation of treatment efficacy, effectiveness, and safety.

Main Results:

  • Improved classification of clinical forms, including less frequent presentations.
  • Characterization of cell-mediated immunity in paracoccidioidomycosis.
  • Comparison of itraconazole and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole treatments.

Conclusions:

  • Azole antifungals are recommended as the first-line treatment for paracoccidioidomycosis.
  • Understanding of paracoccidioidomycosis pathogenesis and host immunity has advanced.
  • Accurate diagnosis and effective treatment remain critical for patient outcomes.