Hepatitis B virus (HBV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) coinfection occurs commonly. The introduction of antiretroviral therapy can result in immune reconstitution hepatitis. We describe 2 coinfected patients who developed clinical flares of HBV disease, despite the inclusion of lamivudine, a drug with anti-HBV activity, in their HAART regimens. Potential strategies to manage individuals with HBV/HIV coinfection are discussed.
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Alton Ochsner Med Fdn & Ochsner Clin, Sect Gastroenterol & Hepatol, New Orleans, LA 70121 USAAlton Ochsner Med Fdn & Ochsner Clin, Sect Gastroenterol & Hepatol, New Orleans, LA 70121 USA
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Alton Ochsner Med Fdn & Ochsner Clin, Sect Gastroenterol & Hepatol, New Orleans, LA 70121 USAAlton Ochsner Med Fdn & Ochsner Clin, Sect Gastroenterol & Hepatol, New Orleans, LA 70121 USA