Epstein-Barr Virus May Contribute to Central Nervous System Involvement in HIV-positive Individuals
T Lupia, MG Milia, C Atzori, S Audagnotto, D Imperiale, L Mighetto, V Pirriatore, G Gregori, F Lipani, V Ghisetti, S Bonora, G Di Perri, A Calcagno
This study investigates the association between cerebrospinal fluid EBV DNA and HIV-1 compartmental replication in HIV-positive individuals, finding EBV DNA linked to higher CSF HIV RNA and biomarkers of neuronal damage and inflammation.
bioRxiv · Jun 7, 2018 · PreprintMicrobiology