Scientists identify HIV cells that hide from treatment and could reignite infection

Researchers have characterized individual immune cells that carry complete, dormant HIV capable of reactivating despite antiretroviral therapy. The finding could reshape how drug companies and health systems approach HIV treatment, potentially opening new avenues for cure strategies and preventing viral rebound in patients who stop taking medications.

Originaltitel: Phenotypic characterization of single CD4+T cells harboring genetically intact and inducible HIV genomes