title: Aggressive HIV treatment cost-effective.
abstract: Early treatment preserves immune function and may lower the probability that drug resistance will develop. Careful evaluation of the patient's actual adherence (dietary requirements, daily routine, attitude) is key to cost control and maintaining viral load reduction. In terms of HIV cost per year of life saved, drug cocktails are more cost-effective than many other common medical interventions such as screening mammography.
mesh_terms: D019380:Anti-HIV Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000191:economics* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D017281:Cost of Illness; D003362:Cost-Benefit Analysis; D016527:Drug Costs; D004359:Drug Therapy, Combination; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000191:economics*; D006801:Humans; D019458:Insurance Coverage; D014481:United States; D026712:Value of Life
chemical_list: D019380:Anti-HIV Agents