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[HIV-associated non-AIDS conditions].

Authors :
Hasse B
Bernasconi E
Furrer H
Eyer MM
Kovari H
Source :
Therapeutische Umschau. Revue therapeutique [Ther Umsch] 2014 Aug; Vol. 71 (8), pp. 483-9.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

Antiretroviral therapy (ART) has improved quality of life and increased life expectancy of HIV-infected individuals. Opportunistic diseases are less common, and mortality has declined. Consequently, patterns of mortality and morbidity are changing among the HIV-positive population. The focus of care has shifted to ART-related problems and to various non-AIDS diseases. Such comorbidities, often occurring sequentially or concurrently, may be the consequences of long term ART toxicity, a state of chronic inflammation due to HIV infection, lifestyle-related risks for disease, and aging. The emergence of non-AIDS related conditions highlights the important role of primary care physicians, especially of those with extensive experience in HIV management.

Details

Language :
German
ISSN :
0040-5930
Volume :
71
Issue :
8
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Therapeutische Umschau. Revue therapeutique
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
25093313
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1024/0040-5930/a000541