Hepatic Disease in Patients With HIV

  • Author: Mark S. Sulkowski, MD (More Info)
  • Editors in Chief: Joseph J. Eron, Jr., MD; Daniel R. Kuritzkes, MD
  • Last Reviewed: 11/13/21 (What's New)

Summary

  • Abnormal liver test results are seen in approximately 30% of patients with HIV[Crum-Cianflone 2010]
  • Patients with HIV diagnosed with potential causes of liver disease (Table 1) or exhibiting clinical signs of liver disease (Table 2) should undergo a comprehensive medical evaluation

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Keywords: Hepatic Complications, Special Populations

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