60-year-old German man likely the 7th person cured of HIV after stem cell transplant.

60-year-old German man likely the 7th person cured of HIV after stem cell transplant. The man, who had HIV and aggressive leukaemia, underwent a stem cell transplant in 2015. Six years later, he appears to be both HIV and cancer-free, according to medical researchers. This case adds to the evidence that stem cell transplant procedures may be a viable option for curing HIV in the future.

July 18, 2024
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