Cryptococcosis in Colombia: Analysis of Data from Laboratory-Based Surveillance 2017-2024.

ABSTRACT: Since 1997, a laboratory-based survey on cryptococcosis has been conducted in Colombia. We present the results for the period 2017-2024. A total of 891 surveys were received. The overall incidence was 0.22 cases per 100,000 people. Among those living with HIV, the incidence was 38, and among HIV-negative people, it was 0.08. Cryptococcosis demonstrated a higher prevalence among men than women (3.2:1). Among patients living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), the condition primarily affected younger adults (26-40 years). In contrast, among HIV-negative people, it was mostly observed in older adults (≥60 years). HIV infection was the most significant risk factor (63%), but another cause of immunosuppression was identified in 21.2% cases. Neurocryptococcosis was the most common form of p

SUBMITTER: Lizarazo J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12842726 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature