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01-09-2017 | Review
Vaccinations for the HIV-Infected Adult: A Review of the Current Recommendations, Part I
Authors:
Nancy F. Crum-Cianflone, Eva Sullivan
Published in:
Infectious Diseases and Therapy
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Issue 3/2017
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Abstract
Vaccination is a critical component for ensuring the health of those living with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) by protection against vaccine-preventable diseases. Since HIV-infected persons may have reduced immune responses and shorter durations of protection post-vaccination, HIV-specific guidelines have been published by global and national advisory organizations to address these potential concerns. This article provides a comprehensive review of the current guidelines and evidence-based data for vaccinating HIV-infected adults, including guidance on modified vaccine dosing and testing strategies, as well as safety considerations, to enhance protection among this vulnerable population. In the current article, part I of the two-part series, inactivated vaccines with broad indications as well as vaccines for specific risk and age groups will be discussed.