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Human immunodeficiency virus type 1 in Ireland: phylogenetic evidence for risk group-specific subepidemics.
AIDS research and human retroviruses - 1 Sept 2012
De Gascun Cillian F, Waters Allison, Regan Ciara M, O'Halloran Jane, Farrell Gillian, Coughlan Suzie, Bergin Colm, Powderly William G, Hall William W
Abstract excerpt
HIV genetic diversity may have an impact on viral pathogenesis, transmission, response to treatment, and vaccine development. Public health surveillance that monitors the frequency and variety of HIV subtypes in a particular region or patient group is vital to successfully control the pandemic. We present the first comprehensive report on HIV diversity in Ireland. This study comprised all new HIV-1 diagnoses that...
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