Aortic Stiffness in HIV Infection with and without Antiretroviral Therapy. A Meta-analysis of Observational Studies
Background: The risk of Cardiovascular (CV) events is higher in HIV-infected patients (HIV+) compared to HIV-uninfected persons (HIV−). Large artery stiffness, a well-documented predictor of adverse CV prognosis, may mediate this enhanced risk. It is usually assessed by measuring aortic Pulse Wave V...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Atlantis Press
2020-03-01
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Series: | Artery Research |
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Online Access: | https://www.atlantis-press.com/article/125937136/view |