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[Parasitic infections in AIDS]

D Rogowska-Szadkowska1

  • 1Klinika Obserwacyjno-Zakaźna AMB.

Wiadomosci Parazytologiczne
|January 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

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.

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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.

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