Liposomal Amphotericin B as Monotherapy in Relapsed Coccidioidal Meningitis

Mycopathologia. 2018 Jun;183(3):619-622. doi: 10.1007/s11046-017-0240-7. Epub 2018 Jan 16.

Abstract

Coccidioidal meningitis remains a difficult clinical problem, and despite life-long therapy with triazole antifungals, relapses of disease and medication intolerance occur necessitating salvage treatment. We report two patients with recurrent coccidioidal meningitis who improved following a 2-week course of liposomal amphotericin B monotherapy and discuss potential advantages of this treatment option.

Keywords: Coccidioides; Coccidioidomycosis; Liposomal amphotericin B; Meningitis; Relapse.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Amphotericin B / administration & dosage*
  • Antifungal Agents / administration & dosage*
  • Coccidioidomycosis / drug therapy*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Meningitis, Fungal / drug therapy*
  • Middle Aged
  • Recurrence
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Antifungal Agents
  • liposomal amphotericin B
  • Amphotericin B