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Type: Poster
Title: Detectable CMV in PBMC is associated with slower HIV DNA decay during suppressive ART.
Authors: Gianella S, Anderson C, Var S, Oliveira M, Massanella M, Little S, Richman D, Strain M, Perez-Santiago J, Smith D
Date: 02-23-2015
Abstract:Conclusions: Detectable CMV DNA in PBMC was longitudinally associated with higher HIV DNA levels, even among individuals who started ART early during HIV infection, suggesting that CMV replication may help maintain the stability of the HIV DNA reservoir. Future studies with anti-CMV therapeutics could help determine underlying mechanisms and if causal associations exist.

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