2020-02-172020-02-172020-02-172011-05-301982-0151http://localhost:8080/handle/prefix/1002Cryptococcosis is a systemic fungal disease caused by Cryptococcus neoformans, present in the environment and mainly in pigeon feces. Contamination occurs via aerosol, and it spreads through the body via hematogen. Diagnosis can be made by culture of the fungus and serological tests. Treatment is with antifungal drugs and the prognosis varies from good to bad. This type of infection is common in AIDS patients.Acesso AbertoMedicina VeterináriaCriptococoseCryptococcus neoformansDoenças sistêmicasInfecções fúngicasCNPQ::CIENCIAS AGRARIASArtigo de Evento