Post-exposure prophylaxis following non-occupational exposure to HIV: risks, uncertainties, and ethics.
Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is the standard of care for occupational exposure to HIV infection although it has not been evaluated following non-occupational exposure. Although the most effective methods for preventing HIV infection remain those that prevent exposure to HIV in the first place, this article discusses the dilemmas surrounding post-exposure therapy following non-occupational exposure.
St Mary's Hospital, Paddington, London, UK.
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Mackie
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Coker
D019380:Anti-HIV Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D004781:Environmental Exposure; D004992:Ethics, Medical; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000635:transmission; D006801:Humans; D012307:Risk Factors
D019380:Anti-HIV Agents