Correlation of BDNF and CD4 with Cognitive Function in Patients with HIV Infection

Key Points

• Cognitive function shows significant correlation with BDNF levels, indicating its importance as a marker.
• The correlation underscores BDNF’s potential role in understanding cognitive impairment in HIV patients.
• Assessment across various cognitive tests highlights the link between neuroplasticity and HIV infection outcomes.
• Findings support the idea that monitoring BDNF may enhance management of cognitive dysfunction in HIV.

Abstract