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ArticleFrontiers in immunology2023

Combining CD4 count, CD8 count and CD4/CD8 ratio to predict risk of mortality among HIV-positive adults after therapy: a group-based multi-trajectory analysis.

Jing Ma, Guoyong Wang, Xiaoyan Zhu, Ling Li, Lin Wang, Lianzheng Hao, Lijie Gao, Wei Ma, Na Zhang

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Article in Frontiers in immunology, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 7 papers.

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Jing Ma *Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China.
Guoyong Wang *Institute of Preventive Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China.
Xiaoyan ZhuInstitute of Preventive Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China.
Ling LiInstitute of Preventive Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China.
Lin WangInstitute of Preventive Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China.
Lianzheng HaoInstitute of Preventive Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China.
Lijie GaoDepartment of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China.
Wei MaDepartment of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China.
Na ZhangInstitute of Preventive Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China.
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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Introduction: Previous studies have indicated different immunological recovery trajectories based on CD4 count or CD4/CD8 ratio. However, these immune indicators are interconnected, and relying solely on one indicator may lead to inaccurate estimates. Therefore, it is essential to develop a comprehensive trajectory model that integrates CD4 count, CD8 count and CD4/CD8 ratio. Methods: We utilized a group-based multi-trajectory model to characterize the latent cluster of recovery based on measurements of CD4 count, CD8 count and CD4/CD8 ratio over a period of up to 96 months following ART initiation. Subsequently, we investigated the characteristics associated with trajectory groups, especially sex and age. Cox model and Kaplan-Meier survival curve were employed to assess differences in all-cause, AIDS-related and non-AIDS related mortality between trajectory groups. Results: A total of 14,718 eligible individuals were followed for a median of 55 months. Longitudinal model identified four subgroups: group 1 (32.5%, low CD4 and CD4/CD8 inversion), group 2 (25.9%, high CD8 and CD4/CD8 inversion), group 3 (27.2%, slow recovery of CD4 and CD4/CD8 inversion) and group 4 (14.4%, rapid increase of CD4 and normal CD4/CD8). Immune recovery was slower in male than in female, and in elders than in youngers. Compared to group 2, group 1 (adjusted hazard ratio [aHR]=3.28; 95% CI 2.33-4.60) and group 3 (aHR=1.56; 95% CI 1.09-2.24) had increased risk of all-cause mortality after adjusting for other factors. Besides, group 1 (aHR=2.17) and group 3 (aHR=1.58) had higher risk of non-AIDS related mortality, and group 1 (aHR=5.92) had significantly increased risk of AIDS related mortality. Conclusion: Longitudinal trajectory analysis of multiple immune indicators can be employed to guide targeted interventions among vulnerable populations in clinical practice.

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Acquired Immunodeficiency SyndromeAnti-HIV AgentsHIV InfectionsHIV SeropositivityAdultAgedCD4 Lymphocyte CountCD8-Positive T-LymphocytesFemaleHumansMaleAnti-HIV Agentsantiretroviral therapyCD4/CD8 ratioCD4 countCD8 countHIVmortality

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