Human Herpes Virus Type 2 ( HSV2 ), Human Cytomegalovirus (HCMV) in the Male Genital Tract and Fertilization

The possibility of infection of the human male genital tract by human herpes virus type 2 (HSV2) or human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) is well established and their sexual transmission has been the object of many studies. Moreover, medically assisted procreation, which helps in numerous fertility problems, raises the question of new viral risks linked to the application of these new technologies. In this review, we shall consider current knowledge in terms of the presence of HSV 2 and HCMV in the different parts of the genital tract of immunocompetent or immunodepressed men. We shall also consider the possibility of viral transmission by the sexual act or by the various techniques used in medically assisted procreation. We shall describe studies in human beings and in animals.

CHARACTERIZATION OF A HUMAN HERPES VIRUS－6（HHV－6） AND EPSTEIN－BARR VIRUS（EBV） ASSOCIATED LEUKEMIC CELL LINE，J6－1

This report characterizes the J6-1 cell line derived from a Chinese acute myelomonocytic leukemia patient and previously reported to be associated with EBV. These studies showed that J6-1 cells were also infected with HHV-6 as demonstrate at the DNA level by PCR and Southern blot hybridization and by expression of HHV-6 early membrane antigen on the J6-1 cell surface. Further characterization showed J6-1 was co-infected with EBV type 2. Generally, cells infected with EBV type 2 do not grow well in vitro. However, J6-1 , although difficult to maintain in vitro, has been grown for 15 years. Possibly, co-infection with HHV6 confers this property. In this regard, J6-1 cells exhibited density dependent growth which could be inhibited with an anti-HHV-6-MA monoclonal antibody(MAb). In contrast, anti-HHV-6-VCA MAb stimulated the J6-1 cell proliferation. Electron microscopic analysis showed that, morphologically, there were two types of J6-1 cell, one with lymphoblastoid features and one with a monocytoid appearance. Accordingly, the flow profile of the J6-1 cell line showed heterogeneity. with two populations comprised of CD15-, CD19+ cells with low light scatter(small cells) and a population with greater light scatter(larger cells) which was CD15+ , CD19+. The population was negative for progenitor cell markers(CD33, 34 ), and T cell markers. Southern analysis showed no T cell receptor rearrangement, however there was a clonal JH and kappa light chain expressing population. Glycocytochemical analysis showed several endogenous lectin receptors on the J6-1 cell surface: BSA-Xylose, BSA-Rhamnose, BSAGal. BSA-Lac. This cell line shares many characteristics with other monocytic/ lymphoblastoid cell lines isolated elsewhere and provides circumstantial evidence linking Herpes viruses, as least as co- factors,to leukemia cell growth.

Contributions of neurotropic human herpesviruses herpes simplex virus 1 and human herpesvirus 6 to neurodegenerative disease pathology

Human herpesviruses （HVs） have developed ingenious mechanisms that enable them to traverse the defenses of the central nervous system （CNS）. The ability of HVs to enter a state of latency, a defining char- acteristic of this viral family, allows them to persist in the human host indefinitely. As such, HVs represent the most frequently detected pathogens in the brain. Under constant immune pressure, these infections are largely asymptomatic in healthy hosts. However, many neurotropic HVs have been directly connected with CNS pathology in the context of other stressors and genetic risk factors. In this review, we discuss the potential mechanisms by which neurotropic HVs contribute to neurodegenerative disease （NDD） patholo- gy by highlighting two prominent members of the HV family, herpes simplex virus 1 （HSV-1） and human herpesvirus 6 （HHV-6）. We （i） introduce the infectious pathways and replicative cycles of HSV-1 and HHV-6 and then （ii） review the clinical evidence supporting associations between these viruses and the NDDs Alzheimer＇s disease （AD） and multiple sclerosis （MS）, respectively. We then （iii） highlight and dis- cuss potential mechanisms by which these viruses exert negative effects on neurons and glia. Finally, we （iv） discuss how these viruses could interact with other disease-modifying factors to contribute to the initiation and/or progression of NDDs.

Impact of human herpes virus 6 in liver transplantation

Human herpes virus 6 (HHV-6) infects > 95% of humans.Primary infection which occurs mostly during the f irst 2 years of life in the form of roseola infantum,non-spe cif ic febrile illness,or an asymptomatic illness,results in latency.Reactivation of latent HHV-6 is common after liver transplantation.Since the majority of human beings harbor the latent virus,HHV-6 infections after liver transplantation are most probably caused by end ogenous reactivation or superinfection.In a minority of cases,primary HHV-6 infection may occur when an HHV-6-seronegative individual receives a liver allograft from an HHV-6-seropositive donor.The vast major ity of HHV-6 infections after liver transplantation are asy-mptomatic.Only in a minority of cases,when HHV-6 causes a febrile illness associated with rash and mye- losuppression,hepatitis,gastroenteritis,pneumonitis,and encephalitis after liver transplantation.In addition,HHV-6 has been implicated in a variety of indirect effects,such as allograft rejection and increased predis- pos ition to and severity of other infections,includingcytomegalovirus,hepatitis C virus,and opportunistic fungi.Because of the uncommon nature of the clinical illnesses directly attributed to HHV-6,there is currently no recommended HHV-6-specific approach prevention after liver transplantation.Asymptomatic HHV-6 infection does not require antiviral treatment,while treatment of established HHV-6 disease is treated with intravenous ganciclovir,foscarnet,or cidofovir and this should be com plemented by a reduction in immunosuppression.

Poor CD4 count is a predictor of untreated depression in human immunodeficiency virus-positive African-Americans

AIM: To determine if efforts to improve antiretroviral therapy(ART) adherence minimizes the negative impact of depression on human immunodeficiency virus(HIV) outcomes. METHODS: A cross-sectional study of a clinic-based cohort of 158 HIV seropositive(HIV+) African Americans screened for major depressive disorder(MDD) in 2012. CD4 T lymphocyte(CD4+) counts were obtained from these individuals. Self-report on adherence to ART was determined from questionnaire administered during clinic visits. The primary outcome measure was conditional odds of having a poorer CD4+ count(< 350 cells/mm3). Association between CD4+ count and antidepressant-treated or untreated MDD subjects was examined controlling for self-reported adherence and other potential confounders. RESULTS: Out of 147 individuals with available CD4+ T lymphocyte data, 31% had CD4+ count < 350 cells/mm^3 and 28% reported poor ART adherence. As expected the group with > 350 cells/mm^3 CD4+ T lymphocyte endorsed significantly greater ART adherence compared to the group with < 350 cells/mm3 CD4+ T lymphocyte count(P < 0.004). Prevalence of MDD was 39.5% and 66% of individuals with MDD took antidepressants. Poor CD4+ T lymphocyte count was associated with poor ART adherence and MDD. Adjusting for ART adherence, age, sex and education, which were potential confounders, the association between MDD and poor CD4+ T lymphocyte remained significant only in the untreated MDD group.CONCLUSION: Therefore, CD4+ count could be a clinical marker of untreated depression in HIV+. Also, mental health care may be relevant to primary care of HIV+ patients.

Risk factors for liver fibrosis among human immunodeficiency virus monoinfected patients using the FIB4 index in Morocco

AIM: To study the prevalence and risk factors of significant hepatic fibrosis in Moroccan human immunodeficiency virus(HIV) monoinfected patients.METHODS: We conducted a cross-sectional study among HIV monoinfected patients(negative for hepatitis B surface antigen and hepatitis C antibody). Clinical and laboratory data were collected from the data base of the Infectious Diseases Unit in Ibn Rochd Hospital Center [age, gender, duration of HIV infection, CD4 T lymphocyte count, HIV viral load, glycemia and current or prior use of antiretroviral and antiretroviral therapy(ART) duration]. The primary outcome was a FIB4score > 1.45. Multivariable logistic regression identifiedindependent risk factors for FIB4 > 1.45.RESULTS: A FIB4 score > 1.45 was identified in 96among 619(15.5%). HIV monoinfected patients followed up between September 1990 and September2012. Multivariate analysis showed that only a viral load > 75(OR = 2.23, 95%CI: 1.36-3.67), CD4 > 200cells/mm3(OR = 0.39, 95%CI: 0.21-0.72) and age at FIB4 index calculation(OR = 1.10, 95%CI: 1.07-1.13)were independently associated with the occurrence of FIB4 index(> 1.45). Gender, duration of HIV infection,glycemia, use of antiretroviral therapy and ART duration were not associated with significant fibrosis by FIB4.CONCLUSION: FIB4 score > 1.45 was found in 15.5%of Moroccan HIV monoinfected patients. Age, HIV viremia > 75 copies/mL and CD4 count > 200 cells/mm3are associated with liver fibrosis. Further studies are needed to explore mechanisms for fibrosis in HIV monoinfected patients.

CD4+ T cells and natural killer cells: Biomarkers for hepatic fibrosis in human immunodeficiency virus/hepatitis C virus-coinfected patients

AIM To characterize peripheral blood natural killer(NK) cells phenotypes by flow cytometry as potential biomarker of liver fibrosis in human immunodeficiency virus(HIV)/hepatitis C virus(HCV) coinfected patients.METHODS Peripheral mononuclear cells from 24 HIV/HCV(HBVnegative) coinfected and 5 HIV/HCV/HBV seronegative individuals were evaluated. HIV/HCV coinfected patients were divided in to groups: G1, patients with METAVIR F0-F2 and G2, patients with METAVIR F3-F4. NK surface cell staining was performed with: AntiCD3(APC/Cy7), anti-CD56(PE/Cy5), anti-CD57(APC), anti-CD25(PE), anti-CD69(FITC), anti-NKp30(PE), antiNKp46(PE/Cy7), anti-NKG2D(APC), anti-DNAM(FITC); anti-CD62L(PE/Cy7), anti-CCR7(PE), anti-TRAIL(PE), anti-Fas L(PE), anti CD94(FITC). Flow cytometry data acquisition was performed on BD FACSCanto, analyzed using Flow Jo software. Frequency of fluorescence was analyzed for all single markers. Clinical records were reviewed, and epidemiological and clinical data were obtained.RESULTS Samples from 11 patients were included in G1 and from 13 in G2. All patients were on ARV, with undetectable HIV viral load. Liver fibrosis was evaluated by transient elastography in 90% of the patients and with biopsy in 10% of the patients. Mean HCV viral load was(6.18 ± 0.7 log10). Even though, no major significant differences were observed between G1 and G2 regarding NK surface markers, it was found that patients with higher liver fibrosis presented statistically lower percentage of NK cells than individual with low to mild fibrosis and healthy controls(G2: 5.4% ± 2.3%, G1: 12.6% ± 8.2%, P = 0.002 and healthy controls 12.2% ± 2.7%, P = 0.008). It was also found that individuals with higher liver fibrosis presented lower CD4 LT count than those from G1(G2: 521 ± 312 cells/μL, G1: 770 ± 205 cells/μL; P = 0.035).CONCLUSION Higher levels of liver fibrosis were associated with lower percentage of NK cells and LTCD4+ count; and they may serve as noninvasive biomarkers of liver damage.

Replication of human herpes virus 1(HHV-1) as a ubiquitous virus:A mini review

Human herpes viruses cause a range of human disorders including cold sores,roseola,genital warts and most importantly,tumours.These viruses cause chronic,latent and recurrent infections.Among them HHV-1,an alpha-herpesvirus could become latent after a primary infection,becoming reactivated after later provocation. Epidemically,they are found everywhere and are neurotropic.They also have a rapid and highly regulated replication cycle and usually a broad host and cell range.This article summarizes and focuses on replication strategies of the virus.

SEARCH FOR HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS TYPE2（HSV－2）AND HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS（HPV）IN THE NORMAL AND ABNORMAL CERVICAL SAMPLES

The specimens of 111 cervical carcinomas. 68 chronic cervicitis and 43 normal cervical exfoliated epithelial cells were examined for the presence of HSV2 DNA sequences with DNA hybridization using HSV2 BgL Ⅱ N fragment probe labelled by 32PdCTP. The result showed that the infection rates of HSV2 in the samples of cervical cancer.chronic cervicitis and normal epithelial cells were 1 4. 41 %(16/111). 27.94%( 19/68) and 25.58% ( 11/43),respectively. It was implied that early stages carcinogenesis of cervical epithelial cells might be correlated with the HSV2 infection.Sixteen HSV 2 positive samples of cervical carcinomas were also examined for the presence of the sequences homologous to human papillomavirus (HPV) type 6B/11. 16 and 18 DNA using dot blot hybridization (Tm17℃). The result indicated that 13 out of 16 were HPV 16 DNA hybridization positive accounting for 81. 2% of all HSV-2 positive samples and none of them were positive for HPV type 6B/11 and 18. The result indicated that double infection of HSV 2 and HPV16 in the same cervical carcinoma tissues may provide a strong evidence of the viral synergistic interaction in the induction of female cervical

Preliminary study on Herpes simplex virus type 1 infection of human oral epithelial cell in vitro

Objective： To explore the functions and mechanisms of herpes simplex virus type I（HSV-1） while infecting human oral epithelial cells in vitro（being similar to the infection in vivo）. Methods：An abundance of HSV-1 strains amplified in Vero cells were used to infect human oral epithelial cells. The culture supernatant was collected to infect Vero cells again. Morphology of HSV-1 was identified by inverted microscope and transmission electron microscope. Nucleic acid of the virus was detected by PCR. Results：The infected human oral epithelial cells didn＇ t display an obvious cytopathic effect（CPE） under inverted microscope（while Vero cells which were infected by the culture supernatant showed typical（CPE）. The virus particles were not observed in the cytoplasm nor in nucleus of human oral epithelial cells, however under transmission electron microscope in the cytoplasm of Vero cells, the nucleic acid of HSV-1 could be detected in infected human oral epithelial cells, by PCR. Conclusion-HSV-1 can successfully infect human oral epithelial cells. This model may provide a useful approach for studying the pathogenesis of herpes virus-associated periodontal disease.

Splenic Kaposi’s sarcoma in a human immunodeficiency virusnegative patient:A case report

BACKGROUND Kaposi’s sarcoma(KS)is a malignancy that usually affects the skin of the lower extremities,and may involve internal organs.It originates from the vascular endothelium.It is well known that the development of KS is associated with human herpes virus 8(i.e.HHV8)infections.Sporadic KS cases have mainly been found in Africa.Isolated splenic KS in Asia has rarely been reported.We present here a case of KS primarily involving the spleen in a human immunodeficiency virus(HIV)-negative Chinese patient.CASE SUMMARY A 50-year-old male patient was admitted to hospital due to abdominal distension and discomfort,reduced food intake and weight loss.Medical examination revealed that the patient had moderate anemia,a low platelet count,slight fatty liver and a huge mass in the spleen.Spleen lymphoma was considered.An anti-HIV test was negative.The whole spleen was surgically excised.The final pathological diagnosis was nodular stage spleen KS,and the patient underwent total splenectomy.He recovered well and was discharged from hospital 12 d after surgery.Two weeks later,the patient developed liver metastasis and died within 1 mo after surgery.CONCLUSION KS is difficult to diagnose and pathological examination is necessary.KS has a poor prognosis and should be diagnosed and treated early to improve survival.

Hypothesis of design of biological cell robot as human immunodeficiency virus vaccine

High genetic variability of human immunodeficiency virus(HIV)has been a major intractable challenge to the practical design of vaccines.But a recent pioneer study published in PNAS Xenobots,is likely to revolutionize HIV prevention as it presented the world's first living robot made of cells.In the advent of this discovery,we herein discuss the possibility of using living biological cell robots to target HIV-infected T lymphocytes,and the prospects of this approach being a new HIV vaccine.We capture the current research status and trend of advances in biological cell robots'design as a new HIV vaccine.The key differences between this novel vaccine and other HIV vaccines are highlighted.

Hepatitis C virus in human B lymphocytes transformed by Epstein-Barr virus in vitro by in situ reverse transcriptase-polymerase chain reaction

AIM To study persistence and replication ofheltitis C virus (HCV) in patients' peripheralblood mononuclear cells (PBMC) cultured invitro.METHODS Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) was usedto transform the hepatitis C virus from a HCVpositive patient to permanent lymphoblastoidcell lines (LCL). Positive and negative HCV RNAstrands of the cultured cells and growth mediawere detected by reverse transcriptase-polymerase chain reaction ( RT-PCR ) eachmonth. Core and NS5 proteins of HCV werefurther tested using immunohistochemical SPmethod and in situ RT-PCR.RESULTS HCV RNA positive strands wereconsistently detected the cultured cells for oneyear. The negative-strand RNA in LCL cells andthe positive-strand RNA in supernatants wereobserved intermittently. Immunohistochemicalresults medicated expression of HCV NS3 and Cproteins in LCL cytoplasm mostly. The positivesignal of PCR product was dark blue and mainlylocalized to the LCL cytoplasm. The RT-PCRsignal was eliminated by overnight RNasedigestion but not DNase digestion.CONCLUSION HCV may exist and remainfunctional in a cultured cell line for a longperiod.

Incidence of human cytomegalovirus in pregnant women attending pre-natal clinic in Northern Nigeria

Objective:To investigate the incidence of human cytomegalo virus(HCMV) in pregnant women.Methods: One hundred and twenty two(122) blood samples and 80 umbilical cord fluids were tested for IgG and IgM respectively using the enzyme linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA).Results:Of the 122 samples screened for IgG and IgM only 56(47.1%) tested positive for IgG while 63(52.9%) were positive for IgM with 3 samples non-specific.Pregnant women with signs of normal pregnancy made up 60%of the positive results while 20%had a history of ectopic pregnancy and 20%with a history of miscarriages.Of the total of 80 umbilical cord fluids tested,only 59(73.8) tested positive.Eleven of the selected 40 umblical cord fluid was positive to IgG to human cytomegalovirus along with mother and child.Antibody titration result gave diagnostic titre for both IgG and IgM from the 40 umbilical cord fluids.There was a significant relationship between mother,child and umbilical cord fluids(χ~2 = 1.360,CI = 99%,P = 0.568).Conclusion:There could be a possible neonatal infection,and the infection is common among toddlers and children of pre-school age.

Inhibitory Effects of Ginsenoside Rb1 on Apoptosis Caused by HSV-1 in Human Glioma Cells

To investigate the inhibitory effects of Ginsenoside Rb1 (GRb1) on apoptosis caused by Herpes Simplex Virus-1(HSV-1) in Human Glioma Cells (U251), U251 cells were infected by HSV-1 at a multiplicity of infection of 5 and GRb1, GRb1+HSV-1, HSV-1 and control groups. MTT and cell apoptosis assays were used to detect the inhibitory effects of GRb1 on the apoptosis of U251 cells that caused by HSV-1 infection for various concentrations of drug and virus treatments by MTT assay. We found that in the 400 μg/mL GRb1 and 400 μg/mL GRb1+HSV-1 groups, MTT values were higher than control group at all times (P<0. 05). Moreover, the apoptosis rate in the 400 μg/mL GRb1+HSV-1 group was lower than the HSV-1 group (P<0. 05). These results confirmed that, at appropriate concentrations, GRb1 could inhibit nerve cell apoptosis in HSV-1 infections.

Herpes simplex virus-1 infection or Simian virus 40-mediated immortalization of corneal cells causes permanent translocation of NLRP3 to the nuclei

AIM: To investigate into the potential involvement of pyrin containing 3 gene(NLRP3), a member of the nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain-like receptors with cytosolic pattern recognition, in the host defense of corneas against viruses.METHODS: The herpes viral keratitis model was utilized in BALB/c mice with inoculation of herpes simplex virus-1(HSV-1). Corneal tissues removed during therapy of patients with viral keratitis as well as a Simian vacuolating virus 40(SV40)-immortalized human corneal epithelial cell line were also examined.Immunohistochemistry was used to detect NLRP3 in these subjects, focusing on their distribution in tissue or cells. Western blot was used to measure the level of NLRP3 and another two related molecules in NLPR3 inflammasome, namely caspase-1 and IL-1β.RESULTS: The NLRP3 activation induced by HSV-1infection in corneas was accompanied with redistribution of NLRP3 from the cytoplasm to the nucleus in both murine and human corneal epithelial cells. Furthermore,in the SV40-immortalized human corneal epithelial cells,NLRP3 was exclusively located in the nucleus, and treatment of the cells with high concentration of extracellular potassium(known as an inhibitor of NLRP3activation) effectively drove NLRP3 back to the cytoplasm as reflected by both immunohistochemistry and Western blot.· CONCLUSION: It is proposed that herpes virus infection activates and causes redistribution of NLRP3 to nuclei. Whether this NLRP3 translocation occurs with other viral infections and in other cell types merit further study.

An atlas of immune cell transcriptomes in human immunodeficiency virus-infected immunological non-responders identified marker genes that control viral replication

Background:Previous studies have examined the bulk transcriptome of peripheral blood immune cells in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome patients experiencing immunological non-responsiveness.This study aimed to investigate the characteristics of specific immune cell subtypes in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome patients who exhibit immunological non-responsiveness.Methods:A single-cell transcriptome sequencing of peripheral blood mononuclear cells obtained from both immunological responders(IRs)(CD4^(+)T-cell count>500)and immunological non-responders(INRs)(CD4^(+)T-cell count<300)was conducted.The transcriptomic profiles were used to identify distinct cell subpopulations,marker genes,and differentially expressed genes aiming to uncover potential genetic factors associated with immunological non-responsiveness.Results:Among the cellular subpopulations analyzed,the ratios of monocytes,CD16^(+)monocytes,and exhausted B cells demonstrated the most substantial differences between INRs and IRs,with fold changes of 39.79,11.08,and 2.71,respectively.In contrast,the CD4^(+)T cell ratio was significantly decreased(0.39-fold change)in INRs compared with that in IRs.Similarly,the ratios of natural killer cells and terminal effector CD8^(+)T cells were also lower(0.37-fold and 0.27-fold,respectively)in the INRs group.In addition to several well-characterized immune cell-specific markers,we identified a set of 181 marker genes that were enriched in biological pathways associated with human immunodeficiency virus(HIV)replication.Notably,ISG15,IFITM3,PLSCR1,HLA-DQB1,CCL3L1,and DDX5,which have been demonstrated to influence HIV replication through their interaction with viral proteins,emerged as significant monocyte marker genes.Furthermore,the differentially expressed genes in natural killer cells were also enriched in biological pathways associated with HIV replication.Conclusions:We generated an atlas of immune cell transcriptomes in HIV-infected IRs and INRs.Host genes associated with HIV replication were identified as markers of,and were found to be differentially expressed in,different types of immune cells.

Association of apolipoprotein E epsilon 4 and cognitive impairment in adults living with human immunodeficiency virus: a meta-analysis

Background: It is controversial whether the apolipoprotein E epsilon 4 allele (APOE ε4) is a risk gene for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-related neurocognitive impairment. This meta-analysis aimed to summarize evidence of the associations betweenAPOE ε4 and cognitive impairment in people living with HIV (PLWH).Methods: Our study conducted a systematic literature search of PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, Google Scholar, and ProQuest for studies published before April 11, 2022 that evaluated associations betweenAPOE ε4 and cognitive impairment in adult PLWH (aged ≥18 years). We calculated pooled odds ratios (ORs) of global cognitive impairment and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) and standardized mean differences (SMDs) for specific cognitive domains betweenAPOE ε4 carriers and non-carriers. Subgroup meta-analyses were used to evaluate the result profiles across different categorical variables.Results: Twenty studies met the inclusion criteria, including 19 that evaluated global cognitive impairment.APOE ε4 was significantly associated with global cognitive impairment in PLWH (OR = 1.36, 95% CI = [1.05, 1.78], number of estimates [k] = 19,P = 0.02, random effects). Subgroup meta-analysis based percentage of females showed evident intergroup differences in global cognitive performance between ε4 carriers and non-carriers (P = 0.015).APOE ε4 carriers had lower cognitive test scores than non-carriers in all seven cognitive domains, including fluency (SMD = -0.51, 95% CI = [-0.76, -0.25],P < 0.001,k = 4,I^(2)= 0%), learning (SMD = -0.52, 95% CI = [-0.75, -0.28],P < 0.001,k = 5,I^(2) = 0%), executive function (SMD = -0.41, 95% CI= [-0.59, -0.23],P < 0.001,k= 8,I^(2)= 0%), memory (SMD=-0.41, 95% CI= [-0.61, -0.20],P < 0.001,k= 10,I^(2)= 36%), attention/working memory (SMD=-0.34, 95% CI= [-0.54, -0.14],P= 0.001,k= 6,I^(2)= 0%), speed of information processing (SMD = -0.34, 95% CI = [-0.53, -0.16],P < 0.001,k = 8,I^(2) = 0%), and motor function (SMD = -0.19, 95% CI = [-0.38, -0.01],P = 0.04,k = 7,I^(2) = 0%).Conclusions: Our meta-analysis provides significant evidence thatAPOE ε4 is a risk genotype for HIV-associated cognitive impairment, especially in cognitive domains of fluency, learning, executive function, and memory. Moreover, the impairment is sex specific.Meta analysis registration: PROSPERO, CRD 42021257775.

Post Corona Virus and 4th Industrial Revolution

The two apparent issues,Corona effect and 4th industrial revolution,are seemed to be totally irrelevant but can point out numerous similarities.Why and how?We may be able to point out how without any difficulty,but no one can identify why.This article starts with how first then mumble around why with no confirmed conclusion.The only concluding remark may be“It is a Historian’s duty,not the engineers nor scientists”.For Corona virus,the major catch phrase is“Separation”,physically and mentally,which can be related to the 4th industrial revolution,which this article foresees and no confirmation on“what will happen next”.

宝应县HIV感染者/AIDS患者确诊后启动抗病毒治疗时间对CD4+T淋巴细胞计数和病毒载量的影响

目的分析宝应县HIV感染者/AIDS患者(HIV/AIDS)确诊后启动抗病毒治疗时间对CD_(4)^(+)T淋巴细胞(CD4)计数和病毒载量的影响,为制定防治方案提供依据。方法选取宝应县2006—2021年进行抗病毒治疗(ART)HIV/AIDS 249例,根据确诊后启动时间的不同分为Ⅰ组(<3个月)、Ⅱ组(3~<6个月)、Ⅲ组(6~<9个月)、Ⅳ组(≥9个月),另选取250例于医院门诊健康体检者作为正常对照。采用描述性统计学方法和趋势χ^(2)检验分析不同ART启动时间CD4计数和病毒载量的变化趋势。结果249例HIV/AIDS在确诊后,28.11%在3个月内,24.50%在3~<6个月,27.31%在6~<9个月,20.08%在≥9个月开始ART。规范治疗者占比为94.38%。不同时间开始ART后CD4计数增加,Ⅰ、Ⅱ、Ⅲ、Ⅳ组分别为(203.92±44.32)、(149.26±37.25)、(148.79±49.31)、(83.06±35.34);治疗满6个月后,随着从确诊到启动ART间隔时间的延长,各组病毒载量<检测下限(LDL)的构成比呈下降趋势(χ^(2)趋势=19.94,P<0.01)。各组中病毒载量<LDL的病例数最多,相同病毒载量不同ART时间组间差异均有统计学意义(F值分别为4.96、4.04、1.96,P值均<0.05)。结论HIV/AIDS尽早实施ART可显著提高CD4计数、降低病毒载量水平,对治疗效果有重要意义。