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Journal Article
|Commentary

Access to medicines for treating people With cryptococcal meningitis

Burry J, Casas CP, Ford NP

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Abstract
Cryptococcal meningitis accounts for 1 in 5 AIDS-related deaths globally. World Health Organization guidelines strongly recommend a single high dose of liposomal amphotericin B as part of preferred treatment, but this drug remains unaffordable in most low- and middle-income countries. A proactive approach is needed from manufacturers and other stakeholders to improve access.

Subject Area

meningitisHIV/AIDSaccess to health care

Languages

English
DOI
10.1093/cid/ciac689
Published Date
29 Aug 2022
PubMed ID
36037037
Journal
Clinical Infectious Diseases
Volume | Issue | Pages
Volume 76, Issue 3, Pages e773-e775
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