Endocrine and Metabolic Manifestations of HIV Infection and AIDS

Since the first descriptions of acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), a great deal of knowledge has been accumulated on how these entities interact with the endocrine system. Recently new information has been received on autoimmune dysregulation causing t...

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Published in:Journal of intensive care medicine 2001-07, Vol.16 (4), p.161-168
Main Authors: Rosenfeld, Cheryl R., Reddy, S. Sethu K.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Since the first descriptions of acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), a great deal of knowledge has been accumulated on how these entities interact with the endocrine system. Recently new information has been received on autoimmune dysregulation causing thyroid abnormalities after highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART), as well as metabolic dysregulation occurring in the setting of protease inhibitors. We review the pathophysiologic abnormalities of the endocrine systems due to HIV infection as well as the endocrine effects of drugs commonly used in HIV management. The spectrum of endocrine dysfunction associated with HIV is growing and the intensive care physician must be aware of these potentially reversible abnormalities.
ISSN:0885-0666
1525-1489
DOI:10.1177/088506660101600401