Perineal Disintegration Syndrome (PDS) in Children With Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infection: A Scoping Review
Topic overview
This scoping review introduces perineal disintegration syndrome (PDS), a newly proposed term for severe perineal complications in HIV-infected children, including abscesses and complex fistulae. The authors highlight gaps in standardized terminology and treatment approaches, advocating for unified nomenclature to advance research and clinical management in this vulnerable population.
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- PDS describes severe perineal complications in HIV+ children: abscesses and fistulae involving anus, rectum, urethra, or reproductive tracts.
- Current literature lacks standardized terminology and treatment protocols for perineal complications in pediatric HIV patients.
- Proposed term 'perineal disintegration syndrome' aims to unify nomenclature and drive focused research in this underserved population.
- PDS significantly impacts quality of life in children with HIV, requiring specialized multidisciplinary management approaches.
- Standardizing terminology is essential for comparative research and developing evidence-based treatment guidelines for pediatric HIV perineal disease.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Perineal Disintegration Syndrome (PDS) in Children With Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infection: A Scoping Review. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2024-07-20. https://dev.library.globalcastmd.com/article/8899?via_space=staycurrentmd
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