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[Parasitic infections in AIDS]
1Klinika Obserwacyjno-Zakaźna AMB.
Wiadomosci Parazytologiczne
|January 1, 1996
Abstract:
The list of infections, threatening patients with impaired immunological system, especially infected with HIV, prolongs systematically. The review of literature data concerning species known up to now as AIDS defining parasitic infections (Pneumocystis carinii, Toxoplasma gondii, Cryptosporidium, Isospora belli, Microsporidium and Cyclospora) is presented.
Insights
Immunocompromised patients, particularly those with HIV/AIDS, face a growing list of parasitic infections. This review details known AIDS-defining parasitic infections, including Pneumocystis carinii and Toxoplasma gondii.
Area of Science:
- Parasitology
- Immunology
- Infectious Diseases
Context:
- Patients with compromised immune systems are susceptible to opportunistic infections.
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) significantly impairs immune function, increasing vulnerability.
- A defined set of parasitic infections are recognized as AIDS-defining.
Purpose:
- To systematically review and present literature data on known AIDS-defining parasitic infections.
- To consolidate information on parasitic species that pose a threat to immunocompromised individuals.
Summary:
- The review covers parasitic infections such as Pneumocystis carinii, Toxoplasma gondii, Cryptosporidium, Isospora belli, Microsporidium, and Cyclospora.
- These species are identified as significant threats to patients with impaired immunological systems, especially those with HIV.
Impact:
- Highlights the spectrum of parasitic infections relevant to HIV/AIDS management.
- Provides a foundational reference for understanding and diagnosing opportunistic parasitic infections in immunocompromised populations.