Current status of HIV infection: a review for non-HIV-treating physicians

Int J Dermatol. 2007 Dec;46(12):1219-28. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-4632.2007.03520.x.

Abstract

An estimated 40 million people live with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) globally, and over four million people were newly diagnosed with HIV infection in 2006. Twenty-five million people have died as a result of HIV since its recognition in 1981. Where available, highly active antiretroviral therapy has resulted in significant decreases in HIV-associated morbidity and mortality. Nevertheless, opportunistic infections and conditions continue to occur, and their recognition and management continue to be an important component of HIV care.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • AIDS-Related Opportunistic Infections* / microbiology
  • AIDS-Related Opportunistic Infections* / therapy
  • Anti-HIV Agents / pharmacology
  • Anti-HIV Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Antiretroviral Therapy, Highly Active / adverse effects
  • CD4 Lymphocyte Count
  • HIV / drug effects
  • HIV Infections* / diagnosis
  • HIV Infections* / drug therapy
  • HIV Infections* / epidemiology
  • HIV Infections* / immunology
  • Humans
  • Immune Reconstitution Inflammatory Syndrome / diagnosis
  • Immune Reconstitution Inflammatory Syndrome / etiology
  • Immune Reconstitution Inflammatory Syndrome / prevention & control
  • Practice Guidelines as Topic
  • Viral Load

Substances

  • Anti-HIV Agents