Non–AIDS-Defining Cancers

  • Authors: David Aboulafia, MD (More Info)
  • Editors in Chief: Joseph J. Eron, Jr., MD; Daniel R. Kuritzkes, MD
  • Last Reviewed: 11/15/21 (What's New)

Summary

  • LDSCT screening tool for lung cancer
  • Updated primary care guidelines from HIVMA/IDSA recommended low-dose CT for lung cancer screening in persons with HIV who are 55-80 years of age with 30+ pack-year history of smoking (Management Guidelines)[IDSA Primary Care]
    • Mortality benefit especially for those with CD4+ cell counts > 500 cells/mm³ who are ART adherent

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Keywords: Cancer

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