Neurocognitive outcome of HIV-infected children on antiretroviral therapy at Red Cross Children's Hospital

Master Thesis

2004

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Smith, Lara
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Adnams, Colleen
Eley, Brian
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University of Cape Town

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Department of Paediatrics and Child Health
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Faculty of Health Sciences
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Abstract
Central nervous system involvement contributes significantly to the morbidity and mortality of paediatric HIV infection. The spectrum of CNS morbidity varies from minor developmental disabilities to severe, progressive encephalopathy. Therefore regular developmental evaluation should be regarded as an essential component of the overall care of HIV-infected children. Antiretroviral therapy may arrest or even reverse neurocognitive and motor deficits associated with HIV infection.
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Includes bibliographical references (leaves 54-59).

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Paediatrics and Child Health

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Smith, L. 2004. Neurocognitive outcome of HIV-infected children on antiretroviral therapy at Red Cross Children's Hospital. University of Cape Town.

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