Vaccination in HIV-infected adults

AIDS Patient Care STDS. 2014 Aug;28(8):397-410. doi: 10.1089/apc.2014.0121. Epub 2014 Jul 16.

Abstract

Vaccines are critical components for protecting HIV-infected adults from an increasing number of preventable diseases. However, missed opportunities for vaccination among HIV-infected persons persist, likely due to concerns regarding the safety and efficacy of vaccines, as well as the changing nature of vaccine guidelines. In addition, the optimal timing of vaccination among HIV-infected adults in regards to HIV stage and receipt of antiretroviral therapy remain important questions. This article provides a review of the current recommendations regarding vaccines among HIV-infected adults and a comprehensive summary of the evidence-based literature of the benefits and risks of vaccines among this vulnerable population.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • AIDS-Related Opportunistic Infections / prevention & control*
  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • HIV Infections / complications*
  • HIV Infections / immunology
  • HIV Infections / prevention & control
  • HIV Infections / transmission
  • Humans
  • Vaccination*
  • Vaccines / administration & dosage*
  • Vaccines / immunology
  • Young Adult

Substances

  • Vaccines