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S6001 Managing HIV/AIDS Therapy in Treatment-Experienced Patients: Regimen Change Request Case Study Case Presentation: Helena A. Kwakwa, MD, MPH A 44-year-old male patient returns to the office demanding a change in his HAART regimen, one that is currently effective and well tolerated. Diagnosed in 2001, his CD4+ cell count was 180 cells/mm3 and his viral load was 140,000 copies/mL. He was placed on AZT/3TC + NVP and continues to do fairly well. He visits the office in February 2005. Patient's Condition in 02/2005: CD4+ cell count: 530 cells/mm3 Viral load: <50 copies/mL Very adherent to regimen; no complaints Requests change to TruvadaTM (FTC/TDF) and EFV
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