Arterial stiffness is associated with oxidative stress and endothelial activation among persons with treated HIV in Zambia

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Authors

Theresa Chikopela · Lusaka Apex Medical University

Fastone Goma · University of Zambia

Longa Kaluba · Cavendish University Zambia

Wilbroad Mutale · University of Zambia

Chris Guure · University of Ghana

Douglas C. Heimburger · Vanderbilt University Medical Center

John R. Koethe ·

Abstract

PLWH in sub-Saharan Africa had significantly greater oxidative stress and endothelial activation compared to HIV-negative individuals. These factors may contribute to increased arterial stiffness and higher CVD prevalence in this population.

Topics & Keywords

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine

Volume 22, Issue 1, pp. 1298-1298

DOI: 10.4102/sajhivmed.v22i1.1298

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