GBV-C/HGV and HIV-1 coinfection

Abstract

An interesting interaction pattern has been found between HIV-1 and GBV-C/HGV, resulting in protection against progression to AIDS. The mechanisms involved in this interaction remain to be clarified. We examined the current knowledge concerning this coinfection and developed hypotheses to explain its effects. A better understanding of this interaction could result in new concepts, which may lead to new strategies to control HIV-1 replication and progression to AIDS. © 2005 by The Brazilian Journal of Infectious Diseases and Contexto Publishing. All rights reserved.