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Supercharging Immune Cells May Help Control HIV Long-Term

Engineered CAR-T immune cells produced long-term undetectable HIV levels in two people after a single infusion, allowing complete cessation of antiretroviral therapy.

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Can a single infusion of immune cells suppress HIV for years?

Two individuals in a trial saw HIV presence lower to undetectable levels following an experimental infusion of engineered immune cells. Detailed data on findings will soon be presented in full to the American Society of Gene and Cell Therapy in Boston. While the one-infusion treatment may not become widely available for years, the study shows a "proof of concept" that could alter treatment of infections dramatically.

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Supercharging Immune Cells May Help Control HIV Long-Term

Can a single infusion of immune cells suppress HIV for years?

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