Challenges in Diagnosis, Treatment and Follow-up of Patients Presenting with Central Nervous System Infections in a Resource-Limited Setting

Challenges in Diagnosis, Treatment and Follow-up of Patients Presenting with Central Nervous System Infections in a Resource-Limited Setting

Central Nervous System (CNS) infections are associated with significant mortality and morbidity. Accurate diagnosis is necessary for prompt treatment and increased chances of survival. However, there are many challenges to correct diagnoses in resource-limited settings, including the HIV ep...

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Main Authors: Aleksandra Leligdowicz, Michael Katwere, Theresa Piloya, Allan Ronald, Andrew Kambugu, Elly Katabira
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: McGill University 2020-12-01
Series:McGill Journal of Medicine
Subjects:
Uganda
HIV
CNS infections
Tuberculous Meningitis
Cryptococcal Meningitis
Toxoplasmosis
Online Access:https://mjm.mcgill.ca/article/view/503

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