How HIV hides in gut tissue during treatment
Part of Immune system & allergy, Infections clinical trials.
This study looks at how HIV can stay hidden in the gut even when antiretroviral therapy keeps the virus under control. By examining tissue from a routine colonoscopy, researchers hope to learn more about why HIV persists, which could lead to better treatments.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have HIV and have been on antiretroviral therapy for at least 12 months.
- Your viral load has been undetectable for at least 6 months.
- Your CD4 count is 350 or higher.
- You are already scheduled for a colonoscopy for medical reasons.
- You do not have inflammatory bowel disease, celiac disease, or other conditions that would make a biopsy unsafe.
Quick eligibility check
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