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HIV-associated cryptococcal meningitis is a major cause of AIDS-related mortality, with an estimated 181,100 deaths annually. Recent clinical trials suggest that screening for cryptococcal antigen and preemptive antifungal treatment can significantly reduce incidence and mortality, while treatment duration for amphotericin can be safely reduced from 14 to 7 days when combined with flucytosine. Advocacy for broader access to effective treatments and screening programs is essential to combat this disease.

Author

Fabiana Chiarelli

Language

EN