Leprosy reversal reaction as immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome in patients with AIDS.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
We report 2 instances in which reactional borderline leprosy manifested itself as an immune reconstitution phenomenon in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. We discuss the clinical, laboratory-based, histopathologic, and immunohistochemical characteristics of both patients. Furthermore, we review similar reports from the literature.
Medical subject headings
- AIDS-Related Opportunistic Infections
- Antiretroviral Therapy, Highly Active
- HIV Infections
- Leprosy