Seventh Potential HIV Cure Achieved Through Stem Cell Transplant

German man remains free of detectable HIV for nearly six years after unique treatment for leukemia.

The patient received stem cells from a donor with a rare genetic mutation providing partial HIV resistance.
This case differs from previous ones where donors had full genetic resistance to HIV.
Experts emphasize that stem cell transplants are not a scalable cure due to their risks and costs.
The case highlights the importance of understanding immune system interactions in curing HIV.
Ongoing research aims to translate these findings into more accessible HIV treatments.