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What is the definition of AIDS Dementia Complex?
AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) dementia complex, also known as HIV-associated dementia, is a chronic disorder of the mental processes, such as memory, thought, and reasoning, caused by late-stage HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) encephalopathy (brain infection).
What are the symptoms of AIDS Dementia Complex?
Symptoms of AIDS dementia complex include inflammation of the brain (encephalitis) and spinal column, memory loss, reduced ability to think clearly and focus, difficulty concentrating, apathy (lack of interest), and a gradual reduction and loss of coordination and motor skills.
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What are the current treatments for AIDS Dementia Complex?
Treatment for AIDS dementia complex is individualized and may include antiretroviral therapy to decrease viral load, alcohol or drug abuse counseling and cessation, antidepressants, antipsychotics, stimulants, exercise, and daily activity therapy. Individuals with severe AIDS dementia complex may require a skilled home caregiver.
Who are the top AIDS Dementia Complex Local Doctors?
Mark F. Cotton
Elite in AIDS Dementia Complex
Mark F. Cotton
Elite in AIDS Dementia Complex
Mark F. Cotton
Parow Valley, 
Parow, WC, ZA 

Mark Cotton practices in Parow, South Africa. Mr. Cotton is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dementia Complex, Pulmonary Tuberculosis, and Congenital Hyperinsulinism.

Victor G. Valcour
Elite in AIDS Dementia Complex
Dr. Victor G. Valcour
Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
Elite in AIDS Dementia Complex
Dr. Victor G. Valcour
Geriatrics | Internal Medicine

University Of California San Francisco

2330 Post St, 
San Francisco, CA 
415-476-4029
Languages Spoken:
English
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Victor Valcour is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Valcour is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dementia Complex, Dementia, and Alzheimer's Disease.

 
 
 
 
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Bruce J. Brew
Elite in AIDS Dementia Complex
Bruce J. Brew
Elite in AIDS Dementia Complex
Bruce J. Brew
St. Vincent's Hospital, 
Darlinghurst, NSW, AU 

Bruce Brew practices in Darlinghurst, Australia. Mr. Brew is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. His top areas of expertise are AIDS Dementia Complex, HIV/AIDS, Dementia, and CACH Syndrome.

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What are the latest AIDS Dementia Complex Clinical Trials?
PET Imaging of Synaptic Density Combined With Neuroimmunologic Measures to Reveal Mechanisms of HIV Neuropathogenesis During ART
PET Imaging of Synaptic Density Combined With Neuroimmunologic Measures to Reveal Mechanisms of HIV Neuropathogenesis During ART
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: September 09, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 1/Phase 2

Summary: The purpose of this study is to longitudinally characterize and evaluate changes in synaptic density in the brain using novel positron-emission tomography (PET) scans; magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and clinical laboratory markers associated with HIV-related injury in the central nervous system. This study will test hypotheses relating to the presence and mechanisms of aberrant brain structure ...

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A Prospective, Epidemiologic and Multicentre Trial to Determine the Cardiovascular Risk, New Cardiovascular Events and the Cardiovascular Diseases in HIV-infected Patients: 15 Year Follow up
A Prospective, Epidemiologic and Multicentre Trial to Determine the Cardiovascular Risk, New Cardiovascular Events and the Cardiovascular Diseases in HIV-infected Patients: 15 Year Follow up
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: July 30, 2024

Summary: The HIV/HEART Aging study (HIVH) is an ongoing, prospective, multicentre trial that was conducted to assess the incidence, the prevalence and the clinical course of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) in HIV-infected patients. The study population includes outpatients from specialized HIV-care units of the German Ruhr region, who were at least 18 years of age, were known to have a HIV-infection and exhi...

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