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Neurocognitive Manifestations of Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  07 November 2014

Robert H. Paul ,
Ronald A. Cohen  and
Robert A. Stern
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Abstract

Is human immunodeficiency virus still a terminal condition? Recent advances in treatment have significantly reduced both mortality and morbidity associated with HIV, but these treatments have not been successful in eradicating the virus itself. As such, HIV has evolved into a chronic condition that is complicated by neurocognitive factors. Cognitive difficulties associated with HIV are characterized by a subcortical pattern with primary deficits in information processing speed and psychomotor speed. These deficits interfere with the ability of patients to complete important instrumental activities of daily living even in the absence of dementia. Treatment of HIV improves neurocognitive functioning, but the regimens are complex and patient adherence is critical. Cognitive factors can negatively impact treatment adherence, which in turn results in poorer immunological, cognitive, and psychiatric outcome. This cycle emphasizes the important interrelationships between symptom expression and treatment outcome in patients with HIV. The nature of these relationships will change with further developments in treatment regimens such as once-daily dosing. Less complex treatment approaches should improve health outcome as well as provide additional opportunities to further understand the impact of HIV on brain function.

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CNS Spectrums , Volume 7 , Issue 12: Investigating Neuropsychiatric Disorders , December 2002 , pp. 860 - 866
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2002

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