The risks of surgery in HIV-infected patients.
There are increasing demands for surgical interventions in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)-infected patients as a consequence of antiretroviral therapy. This article will discuss various risk factors involved in the surgical management of patients with HIV infection including: anaesthetic and surgical risk to patients with HIV infection undergoing surgical procedures; risk to healthcare professionals involved in the treatment of HIV-infected patients; and measures taken to ensure a safe and optimal outcome from surgery.
Nelson
Lisa
L
St John's Hospital, Livingston.
Fried
Mike
M
Stewart
Kenneth
K
D023241:Antiretroviral Therapy, Highly Active; D015658:HIV Infections; D006801:Humans; D012307:Risk Factors