Abstract:Background:
Varicella zoster vasculopathy of the central nervous system (CNS-VZV) is rare. This topic has not been systemically analyzed in HIV patients.
Method:
We reviewed case reports/series in the literature from Pubmed using search term: varicella zoster, vasculopathy, stroke and HIV.
Results:
Forty-eight patients were identified. Eight patients (17%) had VZV vasculopathy after started on highly active … Show more
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