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Characterization of Acute and Recent HIV-1 Infections in Zurich.

Characterization of Acute and Recent HIV-1 Infections in Zurich. a Long-term Observational Study: the Zurich Primary HIV Infection Study.

Sponsor

University of Zurich

Enrollment

800 participants

Start Date

Jan 1, 2002

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

HIV Infections

Summary

Aim of the study: To study and to describe factors which could influence the course of primary HIV infection (PHI) and factors that in turn could be influenced through PHI. In summary, this study will provide comprehensive knowledge on early HIV-infection with regard to epidemiology, impact of early-cART on the course of disease and forms the base for a variety of translational research projects addressing early key pathogenesis events between virus and host, relevant for the course of disease, for transmission, for development of vaccines and new treatment strategies.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study follows people who have been recently or newly infected with HIV in the Zurich area, to better understand the early stages of HIV infection and how the immune system responds in the first months after infection. **You may be eligible if...** - You have been recently diagnosed with HIV (within the past few months) - You are receiving care at a participating clinic in Zurich - You are willing to provide blood samples and attend regular follow-up visits **You may NOT be eligible if...** - Your HIV infection is not recent (has been established for a long time) - You are not receiving care at a participating Zurich clinic - You are unable or unwilling to provide informed consent Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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University of Zurich

Zurich, Switzerland

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