HIV disrupts blood-brain barrier: Cellular study suggests way virus may cause neurological deficits

Tuesday, June 28, 2011 - 17:30 in Health & Medicine

HIV weakens the blood-brain barrier by overtaking a small group of supporting brain cells, according to a new study. The findings may help explain why some people living with HIV experience neurological complications, despite the benefits of modern drug regimens.

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