作者: AT McLean , EK Wheeler , S Cameron , D Baker
DOI: 10.1111/J.1834-7819.2012.01715.X
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摘要: The number of people in Australia living with HIV is growing. This reflects a consistent rate new infections combined an increased life expectancy HIV. Dentists are ideally positioned to identify, manage and treat HIV-associated oral manifestations have responsibility themselves their patients be up-to-date the evolving area related issues. Those issues include medico-legal implications associated diagnosis treatment. article provides review current clinical aspects Australia. can divided into five categories: microbiological (fungal, bacterial viral); neoplasms; neurological conditions; other conditions that may infection; Current treatment options scope general dental practice outlined. Medico-legal management explored, including rights patient regarding disclosure status; algorithm for signs or symptoms indicating possible infection, referral pathways; dealing