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HIV co-receptor tropism prediction remains stable over time in treatment-naïve patients.
International journal of STD & AIDS - 1 Jun 2016
Philip Keir Ej, Macartney Malcolm J, Conibear Tim Cr, Smith Colette J, Marshall Neal, Johnson Margaret A, Haque Tanzina, Webster Daniel P
Abstract excerpt
HIV co-receptor tropism determination is essential before prescribing the CCR5 antagonist maraviroc. British HIV Association guidelines suggest tropism testing may remain valid for only 90 days in antiretroviral-naïve patients. We aimed to determine the accuracy of this figure. Tropism was assessed in 26 antiretroviral-naïve patients with ongoing viral replication, sampled yearly from first clinic visit. The V3...
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