Emergence of Cryptococcus gattii-Pacific Northwest, 2004-2010 (Reprinted from American Journal of Transplantation, vol 59, pg 865-868, 2010)

Summary: The study investigated the clinical characteristics of cryptococcosis patients in Finland and found that invasive cryptococcal infection can occur in both HIV/AIDS patients or other immunocompromised individuals as well as immunocompetent individuals. The study also emphasized the importance of recognizing cryptococcosis in Finland, where it is extremely rare, as early diagnosis and antifungal therapy are crucial for prognosis.