Emerging Fluconazole Resistance: Implications For The Management Of Cryptococcal Meningitis

Publication date: Available online 26 November 2017
Source:Medical Mycology Case Reports
Author(s): Edward Mpoza, Joshua Rhein, Mahsa Abassi
We present the case of an HIV-seropositive individual with cryptococcal meningitis who was found to have a fluconazole resistant strain of Cryptococcus neoformans. The individual required multiple rounds of amphotericin and fluconazole 800mg – 1200mg after several episodes of clinical relapse. Cerebrospinal fluid sterilization was achieved and maintained with high doses of fluconazole. This case demonstrates the emerging dilemma of increasing rates of fluconazole resistance in Cryptococcus and the clinical difficulties in meningitis management.



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