Article
Frequency and implications of HIV superinfection.
The Lancet. Infectious diseases - 1 Jul 2013
Redd Andrew D, Quinn Thomas C, Tobian Aaron A R
Abstract excerpt
HIV superinfection occurs when an individual with HIV is infected with a new distinct HIV viral strain. Superinfection has been reported throughout the world, and studies have recorded incidence rates of 0-7·7% per year. Use of next-generation sequencing has improved detection of superinfection, which can be transmitted by injecting drug use and sexual intercourse. Superinfection might have incidence rates...
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