A case of disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex infection in advanced HIV infection, diagnosed on multiple biopsies | Synapse
February 22, 2026
A case of disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex infection in advanced HIV infection, diagnosed on multiple biopsies
Key Points
This report aims to discuss the diagnosis of disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex infection in an advanced HIV patient.
Case report detailing multiple biopsies performed for diagnosis.
Clinical evaluation of symptoms in a patient with advanced HIV infection.
The presence of Mycobacterium avium complex was confirmed through multiple biopsies.
Symptoms were found to be non-specific, complicating the diagnosis of opportunistic infection.
Abstract
Background: Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) infection is an opportunistic infection in immunocompromised patients. Symptoms are often non-specific and may mimic other infectious or inflammatory conditions.