Summary

Introduction

• The goals of initial antiretroviral therapy include reduction of HIV-related morbidity and mortality, improved quality of life, restoration and preservation of immune function, control of HIV replication, and prevention of HIV transmission (Management Guidelines)^{[DHHS ART]}

Antiretroviral Treatment Guidelines for First-line Therapy in Adult Patients

• In the United States and Europe, guidelines for initial antiretroviral therapy are issued by:
  • US DHHS (Management Guidelines) (Table 1) (Table 2)^{[DHHS ART]}
  • IAS-USA (Management Guidelines) (Table 1) (Table 2)[...

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