Epidemiology of HIV Infection in the Developed World
Summary
- Incidences of cardiovascular and metabolic disorders have been shown to be increased in HIV-infected vs HIV-uninfected populations[Currier 2003; Triant 2007; Anastos 2007]
- HIV infection and/or ongoing inflammation may have a pathogenic effect on endothelial function[El-Sadr 2006; Phillips 2008; Kuller 2008]
- Exposure to ART has been independently associated with increased risk of myocardial infarction[Friis-Møller 2003]
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