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What is the recommended sample volume for fluid analysis in the diagnosis of cryptococcosis?
What is the recommended sample volume for fluid analysis in the diagnosis of cryptococcosis?
What is the most common symptom of meningoencephalitis caused by Cryptococcus neoformans?
What is the most common symptom of meningoencephalitis caused by Cryptococcus neoformans?
What is the main virulence factor of Cryptococcus spp.?
What is the main virulence factor of Cryptococcus spp.?
What is the main cause of mortality in AIDS patients due to Cryptococcosis?
What is the main cause of mortality in AIDS patients due to Cryptococcosis?
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What is the recommended treatment for severe cryptococcosis?
What is the recommended treatment for severe cryptococcosis?
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What is the prognosis associated with a short duration (<2 weeks) between onset of symptoms and consultation for patients with Cryptococcus neoformans CNS involvement?
What is the prognosis associated with a short duration (<2 weeks) between onset of symptoms and consultation for patients with Cryptococcus neoformans CNS involvement?
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What is the prevalence of infection among HIV-infected Cambodian patients with <200 CD4 + /mm 3?
What is the prevalence of infection among HIV-infected Cambodian patients with <200 CD4 + /mm 3?
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What is the difference between the inflammatory response of C. neoformans and C. gattii?
What is the difference between the inflammatory response of C. neoformans and C. gattii?
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What is the recommended duration of maintenance therapy for milder forms of cryptococcal disease?
What is the recommended duration of maintenance therapy for milder forms of cryptococcal disease?
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Which staining method is used to highlight the capsule in tissue sections for the diagnosis of cryptococcosis?
Which staining method is used to highlight the capsule in tissue sections for the diagnosis of cryptococcosis?
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What is the case fatality rate for patients without underlying disease?
What is the case fatality rate for patients without underlying disease?
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What is the immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome (IRIS)?
What is the immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome (IRIS)?
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Which disease is NOT a risk factor for cryptococcosis in HIV-negative persons?
Which disease is NOT a risk factor for cryptococcosis in HIV-negative persons?
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What is the role of antigen titers in the diagnosis of cryptococcosis?
What is the role of antigen titers in the diagnosis of cryptococcosis?
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What is the most common neurological abnormality associated with Cryptococcus neoformans infection?
What is the most common neurological abnormality associated with Cryptococcus neoformans infection?
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What is the most common symptom of cryptococcal pneumonia?
What is the most common symptom of cryptococcal pneumonia?
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What is the recommended treatment for elevated intracranial pressure in cryptococcal meningitis?
What is the recommended treatment for elevated intracranial pressure in cryptococcal meningitis?
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What is the recommended duration of maintenance therapy for AIDS patients with cryptococcal disease?
What is the recommended duration of maintenance therapy for AIDS patients with cryptococcal disease?
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What is the most common site of involvement for Cryptococcus neoformans infections in AIDS patients?
What is the most common site of involvement for Cryptococcus neoformans infections in AIDS patients?
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Test your knowledge on Cryptococcosis, a potentially fatal fungal infection that is a major cause of mortality in AIDS patients. This quiz covers the epidemiology, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for Cryptococcosis caused by C. neoformans and C. gattii. Brush up on your knowledge of this important infectious disease and its impact on global health.
