Pulmonary cryptococcosis: a report of two cases and review of the literature.
Two cases of primary pulmonary cryptococcosis are described. In both cases diagnosis was established using specimens obtained at bronchoscopy and in one case confirmed by detecting cryptococcal antigen. Knowledge of the natural history of the condition allowed rational decisions to be made regarding treatment. Difficulties surrounding the diagnosis and treatment of this unusual condition are discussed.
D000328:Adult; D003453:Cryptococcosis / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000188:drug therapy; D006801:Humans; D008172:Lung Diseases, Fungal / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000188:drug therapy; D008297:Male