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Prevalence of human leukocyte antigen HLA-B*57:01 in individuals with HIV in West and Central Africa.
BMC immunology - 22 Jul 2021
Kolou Malewe, Poda Armel, Diallo Zelica, Konou Esther, Dokpomiwa Tatiana, Zoungrana Jacques, Salou Mounerou, Mba-Tchounga Lionèle, Bigot André, Ouedraogo Abdoul-Salam, Bouyout-Akoutet Marielle, Ekouevi Didier K, Eholie Serge P
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: The presence of the human leukocyte antigen HLA-B*57:01 is associated with the development of a hypersensitivity reaction to abacavir (ABC). Limited data exist on HLA-B*57:01 prevalence in individuals with HIV-1 in Africa. This study aimed to estimate HLA-B*57:01 prevalence in individuals with HIV-1 in West and Central Africa. METHODS: A cross-sectional study was conducted in four countries in West...
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