A case of cryptoccosis of the lungs, spleen and thyroid gland in a patient with HIV infection

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Cryptococcosis led to the patient's death, showcasing the severe impact of HIV infection.
Histological examination identified granulomas in the lungs, liver, and thyroid gland, indicating spread.
The patient experienced respiratory failure, with progressive worsening despite initiated therapy.
Community-acquired pneumonia complicated the clinical picture, ultimately resulting in cardiac arrest.

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Case details reveal cryptococcosis in lungs, spleen, and thyroid gland due to HIV infection, indicating severe risks.

O. V. Alpidovskaya (2025) studied this question.

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