HIV Infection and the Esophagus

The esophagus can be involved in human immune deficiency virus(HIV) infection. Esophageal ulcers can occur as part of an acute (primary) HIV infectionsyndrome. ln addition. the esophagus can be involved with the neoplasms associated with acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) – both Kaposi's sarcomaand non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Opportunistic infections may also involve the esophagus,most commonly candida and cytomegalovirus infection. It is important forgastroenterologists to be aware of the clinical features of these lesions and to be readyto carry out endoscopy to diagnose these lesions correctly