Resolution of choreic movements associated with HIV encephalitis with anti-retroviral therapy

Infection of the central nervous system with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) can be associated with movement disorders. A case of chorea during HIV encephalitis which responded well to antiretroviral therapy is reported. Choreic movements disappeared with a decrease of MRI lesions observed in basal ganglia. The efficacy of anti-retroviral therapy in choreic movements, a rare syndrome with HIV encephalitis, can be underlined.