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Comparison of Amphotericin B with Fluconazole in the Treatment of Acute Aids-Associated Cryptococcal Meningitis
NEJM 326:83-89, Saag,M.S.,et al, 1992
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Article Abstract
Fluconazole is an effective alternative to amphotericin B as primary treatment of cryptococcal meningitis in patients with AIDS.Single-drug therapy with either drug is most effective in patients who are at low risk for treatment failure.The optimal therapy for patients at high risk remains to be determined.
 
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