AIDS-related mycoses: advances, challenges, and future directions

Trends Microbiol. 2025 Jan 4:S0966-842X(24)00319-6. doi: 10.1016/j.tim.2024.12.004. Online ahead of print.

Abstract

Fungal infections are a major contributor to mortality for people with HIV/AIDS. Recently, researchers, clinicians, industry experts, and policymakers convened for the triennial AIDS-Related Mycoses Meeting to address critical gaps in the management of AIDS-related mycoses. Delegates highlighted several scientifically driven milestones that have significantly reduced fungal-related deaths, and the need to address outstanding challenges in diagnosis, treatment, and research.

Keywords: HIV/AIDS; antifungal immunity; fungal infections; mycoses; opportunistic infections.