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The prevalence of neural tube defects (NTDs) is 7.0 per 10,000 live births in HIV-exposed pregnancies, which is similar to the prevalence in the general population.

Neuropathy

Prevalence of HIV-Associated Distal Sensory Peripheral Neuropathy in Resource-Limited Settings

By

Sweta Gupta

December 16, 2019

Although the prevalence of distal sensory peripheral neuropathy decreased following initiation of cART in people living with in resource-limiting settings, better strategies are needed.

Pediatric Neurology

Fetal Exposure to Efavirenz May Increase Risk for Microcephaly

December 5, 2019

In utero exposure to efavirenz is associated with an increased risk for microcephaly among children who are HIV-exposed but uninfected.

General Neurology

Updated Labeling for Efavirenz-Containing Products Warns of Possible Late-Onset Neurotoxicity

By

Brian Park, PharmD

October 31, 2019

The Warnings and Precautions section has been updated to address the potential for late-onset neurotoxicity, including ataxia and encephalopathy with efavirenz treatment.

Neurocognitive Disorders

An Overview of HIV-Associated Neurocognitive Disorder

By

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

October 22, 2019

Rates of HIV-associated dementia have decreased from approximately 50% in the pre-cART era to 2% currently. However, roughly 50% of patients treated with cART have the milder forms of HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder (HAND).

Neurocognitive Disorders

Neurologic Impairment May Persist in HIV Encephalopathy Despite Potent ART

By

Utsav Aiya, MD

October 18, 2019

Despite potent antiretroviral therapy, HIV-associated dementia results in significant morbidity and mortality.

General Neurology

Neural-Tube Defects Increased for Offspring of Women on Dolutegravir

July 26, 2019

For HIV-infected women receiving dolutegravir from the time of conception, 0.3 percent have offspring with neural-tube defects, representing a small but significant increase compared with other ART exposures.

pericarditis, cardiovascular disease, CVD

Stroke

HIV Infection Increases Risk for Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke

By

Hannah Dellabella

July 22, 2019

Findings reinforce the importance of primary prevention of cardiovascular disease in people living with HIV.