Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Hepatitis C Virus in Cardiothoracic Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory Support
Chapter
Publication Date:
2011
abstract:
Patients infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and/or hepatitis C virus (HCV) or hepatitis B virus (HBV) have traditionally been considered high-risk recipients for transplantation. Recent advances have had a significant effect on the potential transplant candidacy of these patients.
This review highlights the major issues associated with cardiothoracic transplantation in individuals who are infected with HIV and/or HCV.
This review highlights the major issues associated with cardiothoracic transplantation in individuals who are infected with HIV and/or HCV.
Iris type:
Articolo in Volume
Keywords:
HIV; HCV; cardiothoracic transplantation; mechanical circulatory support
List of contributors:
Grossi, PAOLO ANTONIO; Blumberg, E. A.
Book title:
Diagnosis and Management of Infectious Diseases in Cardiothoracic Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory Support
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