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[Proctocolitis by cryptococcus in an immunocompetent patient: first report in Peru]
Judith Medina Alvarez1, Carlos Tanta Chipana1, Fernando Arévalo Suarez2
1Servicio de Gastroenterología, Hospital Subregional de Andahuaylas. Apurímac, Per ú.
Summary
This study details a rare case of intestinal cryptococcosis in an immunocompetent Peruvian woman. It highlights the importance of considering fungal infections even without immune compromise.
Area of Science:
- Medical Mycology
- Infectious Diseases
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Cryptococcosis is an opportunistic fungal infection primarily affecting immunocompromised individuals, particularly those with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
- Primary intestinal cryptococcosis is exceptionally rare, especially in patients without underlying immune deficiencies.
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