Viral Infections in Immunodeficiency Flashcards
1
Q
What’s the mechanism of action of: Adalimumab/Infliximab/Etanercept?
A
Anti-TNF antibody
2
Q
What are the ACE viruses and who is most of risk of infection with them?
A
ACE = adenovirus, CMV, EBV
At risk = haematopoetic stem cell transplant
Presentation of infection = pneumonitis, oesophagi’s and retinitis