Titre

Genetic Diversity of Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 in the Democratic Republic of Congo: a review of available data

Type

Livre

Axe

-,

Secteur

Santé,

Thématique

Recherches,

Recherche

Recherches Fondamentales,

Lieu

National,

Source

Chercheurs / Universités,

Auteur

Kamangu Ntambwe Erick 1*, Kabututu Zakayi 1, Mvumbi Lelo Georges 1, Kalala Lunganza Richard 1, Mesia Kahunu Gauthier

Nombbre de page

15

Année d'édition

2013

Description

Background: HIV has a genetic diversity that is equal to the complexity of the follow up of patients. The classification of the different variants has allowed us to understand the virus, the geographical distribution and evolution of the pandemic and to better guide the follow up and the care of patients infected by HIV. Aim & Objectives: Review the specifics of the HIV epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), in terms of different molecular variants of HIV compared to different geographical location published for the country.

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