Metabolic Complications of HIV and Antiretroviral Therapy: Dyslipidemia, Insulin Resistance, and Cardiovascular Disease
Introduction
- Increased rates of dyslipidemia, abnormal glucose metabolism, and cardiovascular disease are seen in HIV-infected persons
- Traditional risk factors, HIV-related factors, and ART-related factors contribute to the increased prevalence
Risk Factors and Mechanisms of Dyslipidemia: HIV Infection vs Antiretroviral Therapy
- Traditional risk factors for dyslipidemia remain relevant to HIV-infected patients
- These include older age, male sex, family history, poor diet, increased BMI, and sedentary lifestyle
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Keywords: Treatment Complications