Opportunistic Infections in Adults and Adolescents with HIV Guidelines Updates: June 2021
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Key updates to the guidelines include the following to the Coccidioidomycosis section:
- Revised section on serology for the diagnosis of coccidioidomycosis
- Added PCR as a commercially available diagnostic test
- Revised the section on patients who are asymptomatic with a positive serological test
Key updates to the guidelines include the following to the Bartonellosis section:
- Updated section on diagnostics, including role of PCR-based testing
- Updated section on treatment for endocarditis
Key updates to the guidelines include the following to the Immunizations Section:
- Revised figure summarizing immunizations in PLWH
- Added table comparing ACIP recommendations with Panel recommendations
- Added narrative sections with evidence summaries
- Updated recommendation for zoster vaccine