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Features of 'CD4-exploders', HIV-positive patients with an optimal immune reconstitution after potent antiretroviral therapy.
AIDS (London, England) - 16 Aug 2002
Mussini Cristina, Pinti Marcello, Borghi Vanni, Nasi Milena, Amorico Grazia, Monterastelli Elena, Moretti Laura, Troiano Leonarda, Esposito Roberto, Cossarizza Andrea
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OBJECTIVE: To identify crucial immunological characteristics of a group of patients, defined 'CD4-exploders', who were able to fully reconstitute their immune system after receiving highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART). PATIENTS: Among a population of 540 HIV-positive patients treated with HAART, six individuals were identified who experienced a nadir of less than 85 x 106 CD4+ cells/l, had major...
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