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HIV/AIDS Co-Infection
Studies from A.A. Figueiredo and co-researchers update current data on HIV/AIDS co-infection
June 30th, 2009
According to recent research published in the journal International Urology and Nephrology, "Compare the clinicoradiological presentation of urogenital tuberculosis (UGT) between immunocompromised and nonimmunocompromised patients. Eighty patients diagnosed with UGT were divided into two groups: eight immunocompromised patients (four with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome [AIDS], and four renal transplant patients on immunosuppressive therapy) and 72 nonimmunocompromised patients." "The groups were compared as for age, signs and symptoms, diagnostic approach, pattern of urogenital organ involvement, and early specific mortality (within 6 months from diagnosis)....
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2009-06-30)
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