Time for oncologists to opt in for routine opt-out HIV testing?

摘要: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected individuals are at high risk of malignancies. However, it is not currently the standard care to routinely test cancer patients for HIV. In 2006, Centers Disease Control and Prevention recommended HIV testing in all health settings, calling nontargeted "opt-out" screening. For a variety reasons, routine opt-out still widely used United States. Although many barriers have been addressed, such continues be conducted primarily venues that target specific patient populations as pregnant women. has piloted emergency departments, less emphasis placed on other clinical settings. this article, background, rationale, evidence supporting presented. addition, discussed potential improve outcomes by facilitating appropriate management during treatment who found positive.