"An Extra Variable to Consider"-Vaccine-Induced Seropositivity and Adolescent HIV Vaccine Clinical Trials

J Pediatric Infect Dis Soc. 2022 May 30;11(5):221-224. doi: 10.1093/jpids/piac001.

Abstract

Our study explores the understanding of vaccine-induced seropositivity (VISP) and its potential impact on US adolescents' and caregivers' willingness to participate in adolescent HIV vaccine clinical trials. Findings from in-depth interviews suggest that addressing concerns about VISP will be essential for future pediatric HIV vaccine trials in the United States.

Keywords: HIV; VISP; adolescent; prevention; vaccine.

MeSH terms

  • AIDS Vaccines* / therapeutic use
  • Adolescent
  • Child
  • HIV Infections* / drug therapy
  • Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
  • Humans
  • United States

Substances

  • AIDS Vaccines