Vertebral cryptococcosis in an immunocompetent patient - a case report
We report an unusual case of 70 years old, immunocompetent woman who was diagnosed with vertebral cryptococcosis. The diagnosis was made on the basis of radiological and histological findings. The outcome was favorable under antifungal treatment.
Main Authors: | Bachir Houda, Ammouri Wafa, Tazi Mezalek Zoubida, Adnaoui Mohamed, Aouni Mohamed, Harmouche Hicham |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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The Pan African Medical Journal
2011-04-01
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Series: | The Pan African Medical Journal |
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Online Access: |
https://www.panafrican-med-journal.com/content/article/8/42/pdf/42.pdf
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