HIV subtypes in Scotland, 2000-2006

Dave L. Yirrell*, L. Shaw, E. Campbell, S. M. Burns, S. O. Cameron, D. Goldberg

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Abstract

The purpose of this study was to document the dynamics of HIV-1 subtypes in Scotland over a 6-year period. Viral RNA from all-new diagnoses was amplified by nested PCR and sequenced in the gag and/or env regions. Subtype was assigned by phylogenetic analysis, and aligned with demographic data including likely route and geographical origin of infection. We present data on 80% of all new diagnoses in Scotland between April 2000 and April 2006. Within the background of an expanding epidemic, subtype B predominates in men who have sex with men and intravenous drug users but there is a small but consistent number of UK-acquired infections in these risk groups caused by non-B subtypes. In heterosexuals, non-B subtypes acquired abroad, especially Africa, are still the largest group but again UK-acquired numbers are rising. The social and clinical significance of the spread of non-B subtypes in different ethnic and risk groups remains to be established.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1069-1075
Number of pages7
JournalEpidemiology and Infection
Volume136
Issue number8
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Aug 2008
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Epidemiology
  • Infectious Diseases

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