Dental care for HIV positive patients - care and importance - case report

Abstract

Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is caused by the "Lentivirus" family of retroviruses, called HIV-1. This syndrome is defined as an infectious disease of viral origin, with its manifestation interspersed in peaks and troughs, with a pathophysiology involving the compromising of the immune system, causing the defense system to not operate correctly, leaving the patient susceptible to the development of infections.

DOI: 10.56238/homeinternationalanais-087