Abstract
Human T-cell lymphotropic viruses 1 and 2 (HTLV-1/2) are relatively common in Brazil but remain silent and neglected infections. HTLV-1 is associated with a range of diseases with high morbidity and mortality. There is no curative treatment for this lifelong infection, so measures to prevent transmission are essential. This narrative review discusses HTLV-1/2 transmission routes and measures to prevent its continuous dissemination. The public health policies that are currently implemented in Brazil to avoid HTLV-1/2 transmission are addressed, and further strategies are proposed.
Highlights
Human T-cell lymphotropic virus 1 and 2 (HTLV-1/2) are retroviruses that cause persistent infection, mainly in T-cell lymphocytes
human T-lymphotropic virus type 1 (HTLV-1) is associated with high morbidity and mortality clinical conditions, while HTLV-2 is rarely associated with disease
A multidisciplinary approach towards people are living with HTLV-1 (PLHTLV) care is recommended to optimise care and outcomes [21]
Summary
Editor: Ran Wang, Beijing Children’s Hospital, Capital Medical University, CHINA. AHUum: aPnleTa-sceecollnlyfimrmpthhoatarollphiecavdiirnugslevse1lsarnedre2pr(HesTenLtVed-1c/o2r)reacrtelyr:elatively common in Brazil but remain silent and neglected infections. HTLV-1 is associated with a range of diseases with high morbidity and mortality. There is no curative treatment for this lifelong infection, so measures to prevent transmission are essential. This narrative review discusses HTLV-1/2 transmission routes and measures to prevent its continuous dissemination. The public health policies that are currently implemented in Brazil to avoid HTLV-1/2 transmission are addressed, and further strategies are proposed
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