Frontiers in Tropical Diseases
Clinical spectrum of pediatric histoplasmosis in Mexico: description of seven cases and literature review
Introduction Histoplasmosis is a systemic mycosis caused by the dimorphic fungus Histoplasma capsulatum (H.capsulatum) . It represents a diagnostic challenge in the pediatric population due to its non-specific clinical presentation, frequently mimicking tuberculosis or malignancies. This study aims to describe the clinical, radiological, and laboratory characteristics of a case series of pediatric patients to optimize early recognition and timely management. Materials and methods a retrospective and descriptive rev …